Philosophy Adjunct: Dynamic Teaching & Curriculum

College of the Canyons; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 101,423 - 144,451; Part time

Job summary

College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita invites applications for an adjunct Philosophy Instructor to join the department as needed. The role emphasizes leadership in governance, curriculum development, collaboration across disciplines, and student-centered teaching.

Ideal candidates will align with credential requirements or equivalency, commit to ongoing professional development, and honor inclusive teaching principles while engaging diverse learners in both on-campus and online settings.

Qualifications

• Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Philosophy.
• Master’s in Philosophy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and master’s degree in Humanities or Religious Studies.
• Equivalency: official master’s transcript and 24 semester units in discipline at upper-division/grad level, with 12 graduate units.

Responsibilities

• Assume leadership roles within the department and institution; participate in committees and governance activities.
• Collaborate across disciplines and utilize student support resources.
• Participate in curriculum and program development.
• Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction.
• Engage and facilitate authentic learning for diverse students.
• Adapt teaching pedagogy to student knowledge and respond to evidence-based assessment.
• Integrate technology into learning, including interactive technologies for campus and online courses.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Communication

Collaboration

Student support resources

Education

California Community College Philosophy Credential

Master’s in Philosophy

Bachelor’s in Philosophy + Master’s in Humanities or Religious Studies

Equivalency with transcripts

Job description

College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita invites applications for an adjunct Philosophy Instructor to join the department as needed. The role emphasizes leadership in governance, curriculum development, collaboration across disciplines, and student-centered teaching.

Ideal candidates will align with credential requirements or equivalency, commit to ongoing professional development, and honor inclusive teaching principles while engaging diverse learners in both on-campus and online settings.