Part Time Instructor, Sociology

Peralta Community College District; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District in California seeks qualified Part-Time Faculty to provide high-quality instruction and support, advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence. Assignments may occur day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid at any district college.

Faculty deliver engaging instruction, develop syllabi, evaluate student performance, and maintain records. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and may describe equivalency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in sociology or equivalent qualification.
• Bachelor's in sociology plus Master's in anthropology or related field.
• Equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of diverse student backgrounds and equity in learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses according to approved outlines and outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, inclusive instruction using evidence-based practices.
• Develop and maintain syllabi, materials, assignments and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance timely and equitably and maintain records.
• Submit grades by deadlines and communicate with students regularly.
• Create an inclusive, respectful learning environment for diverse students.
• Utilize LMS and instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies, union agreements and accreditation standards.
• Participate in department meetings and professional development.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Student-centered teaching

Education

Master's degree in sociology

Bachelor's in sociology AND Master's in anthropology

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Class Purpose

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-TimeFaculty 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

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

• 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 sociology; OR
• Possession of a Bachelor's in sociology AND Master's degree in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work or psychology; 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

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly may apply for 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 Marshniel Chandra ([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.

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.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview.

Offer of employment will be contingent 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 indicating appropriately degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential
5. receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (if applicable)