Part Time Geology Instructor

Peralta Community College District; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-Time Faculty to provide high-quality instruction and student support in alignment with the District's mission of advancing equity and student success. Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any of the District's colleges.

Part-time instructors deliver engaging, inclusive instruction, maintain course materials and records, and communicate regularly with students

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in geology, geophysics, earth sciences, meteorology, oceanography or paleontology or the equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in geology and a Master’s degree in geography, physics, or geochemistry.
• Equivalent qualification may apply with documented experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved outlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instruction using evidence-based teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner and maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and other required reports by established deadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for diverse students.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the District’s learning management system and other instructional technologies.
• Comply with District policies, collective bargaining agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in department meetings and professional development as appropriate.

Education

Master’s degree in geology, geophysics, earthsciences, meteorology, oceanography or paleontology

Bachelor’s degree in geology AND a Master’s degree in geography, physics, or geochemistry

the equivalent

Job description

Class Purpose

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-TimeFaculty members to provide high-quality instruction and studentsupport in accordance with the District's mission of advancingequity, student success, and academic excellence. Part-time facultyare responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive instruction thatpromotes student learning and achievement while supporting thediverse educational goals of the District's students.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day,evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any of the District's colleges.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved courseoutlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instructionusing evidence-based teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials,assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable mannerand maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and other required reports by establisheddeadlines.
• Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learningenvironment for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respondpromptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the District's learning management system and otherinstructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies, collective bargainingagreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal andstate regulations.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development,and other college activities as appropriate for part-timefaculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Master’s degree in geology, geophysics, earthsciences, meteorology, oceanography or paleontology OR
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in geology AND a Master’sdegree in geography, physics, or geochemistry OR
• the equivalent
• Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverseacademic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnicbackgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff andcommunity.

Supplemental Information

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as established bythe California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. Applicantsare required to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications by submitting official or unofficial transcripts andproviding a complete and detailed record of relevant professionalwork experience in their application materials.

The District will review education and work history to determinewhether minimum qualifications are met. Determinations are made inaccordance with Title 5 regulations and District procedures.Official transcripts and additional verification of employmentwill be required upon offer of employment.

Equivalency

The Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the Completed Equivalency Request Form. The form should be submitted to [e-mail] before the application close date. Be sure to attach detailed evidence, such as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support the equivalency.

If experience is required in lieu of a master’sdegree:

For disciplines requiring a degree and professional experience,applicants must clearly describe how their education and workexperience meet the stated minimum qualifications.

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following:

1. An application.
2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologiesespecially relevant to your teaching style and describing anyqualifications not evident in your resume or curriculumvitae.
3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background andexperience.
4. Transcripts

• If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front andback) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California CommunityCollege credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.

All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualificationsmust be from postsecondary institutions accredited by anaccreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department ofEducation or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If yourdegree/coursework is from a college or university outside of theUnited States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from aprofessional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can befound at https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require theevaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

Failure to provide all required documents will result inelimination from the selection process. Official transcripts willbe required prior to appointment.

Please note, the District’s preferred method of communication withapplicants is via e‑mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e‑mail address on your application, and check your e‑mailfrequently, including your spam and junk folders.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview.

Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions iscontingent upon:

1. submission of a current TB test clearance;
2. proof of eligibility to work in the United States;
3. fingerprint clearance;
4. submission of official transcripts indicatingappropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriateCalifornia Community College credential.
5. receipt of workverification required to meet minimum qualifications (ifapplicable).