Part Time Instructor, Health Education

Peralta Community College District; Michigan; Sur place; USD 35 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Peralta Community College District invites qualified candidates for part-time faculty positions to provide high-quality instruction and student support aligned with the district’s mission of advancing equity and student success. Assignments span day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes across district colleges.

Appointments are made as needed. Candidates must meet minimum qualifications, including advanced degrees or equivalent experience, and commit to inclusive teaching, timely

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field as listed, or equivalent qualification.
• Candidates with a BA plus an applicable Master’s in a biological science may qualify.
• Demonstrated understanding and respect for diverse backgrounds and equity in student learning.

Responsabilités

• 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.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the District’s learning management system and other instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies, collective bargaining agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development, and other college activities as appropriate for part-time faculty.

Formation

Master’s degree in health science, health education, biology, nursing, physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, dietetics, public health

Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND Master’s degree in any biological science

Equivalent qualification

Understanding of diverse backgrounds and equity in education

Description du poste

Class Purpose

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part‑Time Faculty members to provide high‑quality instruction and student support in accordance with the District's mission of advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence. Part‑time faculty are responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive instruction that promotes student learning and achievement while supporting the diverse 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

• 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.


• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.


• Utilize the District's learning management system and other instructional technologies as appropriate.


• Comply with District policies, collective bargaining agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.


• Participate in department meetings, professional development, and other college activities as appropriate for part‑time faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Master's degree in Master’s in health science, health education, biology, nursing, physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, dietetics, nutrition or public health; OR


• Possession of a Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's degree in any biological science; OR


• The equivalent qualification.


• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff and community.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as established by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. Applicants are required to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications by submitting official or unofficial transcripts and providing a complete and detailed record of relevant professional work 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.

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

If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front and back) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.

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