Philosophy Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (RSP)

Kern Community College District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 74,390 - 106,075; Part time

Job summary

Kern Community College District is inviting applications for part-time, hourly Philosophy instructors. The pool supports immediate placement for qualified applicants. Starting salary is $67.00 per lecture hour, with variations by assignment and LHE formula.

Instruction encompasses a full range of philosophy courses; duties include curriculum development, student recruitment, and collaboration across departments. Positions may involve day, evening, or weekend classes at various campus sites.

Qualifications

• Master's in Philosophy (or equivalent combinations) is required.
• Credential authorizing full‑time teaching of Philosophy at CCC level is required.
• Equivalent qualifications may be considered; submit an Evaluation form.
• Diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching and student support are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in a full range of philosophy courses.
• Participate in recruitment and transfer articulation for the Social Science department.
• Maintain subject matter currency and develop/revise curriculum.
• Use computer and multimedia technology in instruction.
• Engage in departmental and college professional activities.
• Deliver classes across multiple modalities and campus sites.

Skills

Diversity & inclusion

Curriculum development

Student recruitment

Assessment of outcomes

Effective communication

Technology proficiency

Education

Master's in Philosophy

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

CCC teaching credential

Equivalent qualifications considered

Job description

Philosophy Instructor, Part‑time Adjunct Pool (RSP)

Kern Community College District

Salary: $67.00 Hourly

Job Type: Temporary -- Adjuncts

Job Number: FY26-2700033

Location: CC - East Kern, Edwards/California City/Tehachapi (Rising Scholars), CA

Department: Social Science (SSCI)

Basic Function

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part‑time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately, if a need arises without having to wait for a period of time to advertise. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by respective department supervisors, deans and/or division chairs. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years.

Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part‑time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $67.00/per lecture hour equivalent; hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of philosophy courses.

Other duties include: participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the Social Science department; maintaining subject matter currency; developing and revising curriculum; using computer and multimedia technology; collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline‑specific professional activities.

This assignment may include using multiple teaching methodologies and teaching at other campus sites; day, evening, or weekend classes; large classes; distance learning classes; and classes for incarcerated students.

• Rising Scholars Education Program
• CCCC Rising Scholars Program

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in Philosophy;

OR

Bachelor's in Philosophy AND Master's in Humanities or Religious Studies;

OR

Possession of a valid credential which authorizes full‑time teaching of Philosophy at the California Community College level;

OR - The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for these positions. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form. Supporting documents must be included with the completed form. Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administration in California Community Colleges handbook.

AND - A demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Note: Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Any degree from a country other than the United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be evaluated by an evaluation service.

Note: The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening committee. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.

Knowledge & Abilities

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they are broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline. In addition, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population;
• Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
• Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes;
• Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission;

Special Instructions

Completed application packet must include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copy of legible transcripts

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit e-verify.gov.