Part Time Instructor, Welding Technology

Peralta Community College District; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Job summary

Peralta Community College District seeks qualified Part-Time Faculty to deliver high-quality instruction and student support across its colleges. Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid formats at district campuses.

Minimum qualifications follow CCC requirements; equivalency is considered. Applications require transcripts, a resume/CV, and a letter discussing teaching methods relevant to the position.

Qualifications

• Possession of required degree(s) and relevant professional experience.
• Transcripts (official or unofficial) must be submitted with application.
• Commitment to equity, student success, and inclusive instruction.
• Ability to teach diverse student populations within the district.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in alignment with course outlines and learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver inclusive, student-centered instruction using evidence-based methods.
• Develop and maintain syllabi, assignments, and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance timely and equitably and maintain records.
• Submit grades and reports by deadlines and communicate with students.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Teaching/Instructional skills

Student-centered instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher AND two years of professional experience

Associate Degree AND six years of professional experience

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 theDistrict'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 any Bachelor’s Degree or higher AND two years of professional experience directly related to the discipline;
  OR
• Possession of any Associate Degree AND six years of professional experience directly related to the discipline;
  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 minimumqualifications 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.

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.

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly mayapply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made through a separate review process in accordance with Districtprocedures. 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 closedate. Be sure to attach detailed evidence, such as unofficialtranscripts and/or other certifications that support theequivalency.

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

1. 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.

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.

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

Failure to provide all required documents will result inelimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will be 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-mail frequently, 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 is 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 appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential.;
5) receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (ifapplicable).