Part-Time Instructor Pool - Clay and Ceramics

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 76,043 - 152,803; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for a Part-Time Instructor pool in Clay and Ceramics at the Schott Campus in California. The position involves lecturing and lab work, with an expectation to be available for students outside scheduled class time.

This pool seeks experienced instructors who can support adult learners and foster an inclusive classroom environment. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or higher with two years of professional experience, or

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications align with the California Community Colleges Board of Governors handbook.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or an associate degree with six years of experience.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds and the ability to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction, in lecture and lab settings, with an emphasis on teaching and learning.
• Be available to students outside of class as required by the department.

Skills

Adult teaching experience

Diversity/inclusion

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate degree

Job description

Part‑Time Instructor Pool - Clay and Ceramics

Salary: $55.20 - $110.92 Hourly
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 06-2026-NC2
Location: Schott Campus, CA
Department: SEL Vocational

Essential Functions of Position

Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment that emphasizes teaching and learning, and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests, and issues. Primary duties are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Part‑time instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.

Preferred/Deseired Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience to adults entering, re‑entering, upskilling, or transforming within the workplace.
• Sensitivity to and respect for the diverse and wide range of students in class.
• Ability to foster a sense of belonging and inclusion in class.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators handbook.

• Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
• Or a combination of education and experience that is at least equivalent to all of the above. Candidates applying based on equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency.
• Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Applicants with degrees that do not exactly match the titles listed in the minimum qualifications must request an equivalency review and submit supporting documents at the time of application.