Part-Time Noncredit Older Adult - Caregiver Instructor

West Valley-Mission Community College District

Saratoga (CA)

On-site

USD 429,258 - 620,295

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college district in California is seeking a part-time instructor for Older Adult Caregiver courses. Responsibilities include providing instruction, maintaining class records, and ensuring a positive educational environment. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's or associate degree and demonstrate understanding of older adult needs. The position offers flexible scheduling options including teaching online or in-person during various semesters.

Qualifications

Educational background must relate to course subject.
Experience working with older adults is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses.
Evaluate students' work and maintain accurate records.
Follow course outlines and maintain office hours.

Skills

Understanding of older adult needs

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Bachelor's degree related to the subject

Associate degree related to the subject

Job description

Part-Time Noncredit Older Adult – Caregiver Instructor

Position Title: Part-Time Noncredit Older Adult – Caregiver Instructor

Campus: West Valley College

Position Summary

This position is a part-time Associate Instructor responsible for teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or Saturday, and/or online/distance education format during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. The assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554).

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possess one of the following:
- A bachelor’s degree with a major related to the subject of the course taught; and either (A) or (B):
  - (A) Thirty hours or two semester units of coursework in understanding the needs of the older adult, taken at an accredited institution of higher education or approved by the district. This requirement may be completed concurrently during the first year of employment as a noncredit instructor.
  - (B) One year of professional experience working with older adults.
- An associate degree with a major related to the subject of the course taught; and
  - Two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; and
  - Sixty hours or four semester units of coursework in understanding the needs of the older adult, taken at an accredited institution of higher education or approved by the district. This may be completed concurrently during the first year of employment as a noncredit instructor.
  - Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications

N/A

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation for in-class or online/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or online, and maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
Submit attendance rosters and grade reports when due.
Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
Maintain office hours each week at 0.5 hours per week per section.
Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
Work cooperatively within the college community.
Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
Demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual.