Part Time Instructor, Environmental Technologies

Peralta Community College District; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District seeks qualified Part-Time Faculty to deliver high-quality instruction and student support, advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence across its colleges.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes, with instructors contributing to inclusive, engaging learning environments and timely assessment of student progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment, OR an associate's degree and six years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment, OR the equivalent.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff and community.
• Official transcripts and detailed record of relevant professional work experience required with application materials.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved course 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 students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Equivalency

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 theDistrict's colleges.

Examples of Duties

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

• 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 bachelor's degree and two (2)( years ofprofessional experience directly related to the teachingassignment; OR
• Possession of an associate's degree and Six (6) years ofprofessional experience directly related to the teachingassignment; 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

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

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

If experience is required in lieu of a master's degree:

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

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly may apply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made through a separate review process in accordance with District procedures.

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 Elizabeth Palafox ([e-mail]) before theapplication close date. Be sure to attach detailed evidence, suchas unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that supportthe equivalency.

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

1. An application
2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies especially 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
   • Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualifyfor this position; unofficial or legible copies are acceptable butmust indicate that the degree(s) has been conferred, ifapplicable.
5. Receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (ifapplicable).

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

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions is contingent upon: 1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprintclearance; and 4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriateCalifornia Community College credential. 5) receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (ifapplicable).

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.

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

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