Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Russian

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Oregon Sick Leave

Retirement savings plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A community college in Oregon is seeking applications for a part-time faculty position in Russian. The role involves reviewing course catalogs and listing courses available for teaching. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Russian or a related field and some college teaching experience. This job offers opportunities for professional development and a commitment to equity and inclusion. Compensation is based on the current salary schedule, and the college provides supports like sick leave and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates will hold a Master's in Russian.
• An MAT in Russian may be considered with additional credits.
• One year of previous college teaching experience is required.
• One year of college teaching experience required.
• Teaching ability evidenced by vita and materials.
• Recent completion of 3-credit graduate course on college-level L2 teaching methods for Russian.

Responsibilities

• Review PCC Course Catalog and list able-to-teach courses.
• Participate in proficiency interview for language skills.
• May be considered for substitute or full-term part-time assignments.

Skills

Native or near-native ability in Russian

Teaching experience in college

Graduate-level understanding of second-language teaching methods

Education

Master's degree in Russian or related field

Graduate credit hours in Russian

MA in related field with 30 Russian credits

Job description

Part‑Time Faculty – Russian (Interest Pool)

Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for part‑time faculty assignments in Russian. The department will review applications as the need arises for new part‑time faculty in this area. This is NOT an announcement of a specific open position, but a part‑time faculty interest pool. Candidates may be considered for substitute assignments as well as full‑term class assignments.

Program and Who We Are Looking For

Please review the PCC Course Catalog for this subject area. As part of this application, you will be asked to list the current PCC courses which you would be able to teach.

Instructor Qualifications

• Preferred candidates will hold a Masters of Arts in Russian.
• An MAT in Russian may be considered if accompanied by 30 graduate credit hours in Russian, linguistics, literature, and culture. Candidates holding a Master of Arts in a related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 30 graduate credit hours in Russian may also be considered.
• Native or near‑native ability (to be assessed through a proficiency interview).
• One year of previous college teaching experience in a related subject required.
• Teaching ability as evidenced by vita and support materials.
• Recent completion of a 3‑credit graduate‑level course on college‑level second‑language teaching methods/methodology for Russian (or required completion of such a course during the first term of employment at PCC).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward. As part of our college community, you’ll enjoy a collaborative and inspiring campus community and opportunities for learning and professional development.

Note Regarding Academic Credentials

• Official transcripts are required to be submitted within 2 weeks of offer date for degrees required in the stated instructor qualifications.
• Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation. Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard.
• For more information on PCC’s General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301, see the college handbook.

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.

See the PCC Instructor Qualifications webpage for more information.

Total Rewards Package / What We Offer

As a new part‑time faculty employee, you may be eligible for Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans. More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found on the college benefits page. Please email [e-mail] if you have any questions.

Part‑time Faculty Compensation at PCC

Newly hired part‑time faculty at PCC will generally start at Step 1 of the current salary schedule. Hourly rates are determined based upon the type of course taught (lecture, lab, lecture/lab). For more information, review the part‑time faculty salary schedule on the college compensation page.

Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment law, which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. During the application process you will be given instructions to claim Veterans’ Preference and to provide the required verification documents. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College’s most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety‑related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.

PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check

Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.

Contact PCC

Contact PCC at [e-mail] if you have questions.