Physics Instructor, Applied Sciences & CTE Pathways

Los Angeles Community College District; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC) seeks a Physics Instructor to deliver high-quality physics instruction while supporting university transfer and CTE pathways through engaging lectures and labs.

The role emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, curriculum development, and partnerships with industry to strengthen workforce opportunities for students.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics.
• Bachelor’s in Physics or Astronomy and Master’s in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, Geophysics.
• The equivalent.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse backgrounds of community college students.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on LATTC Physics curriculum and classes and maintain office hours.
• Advise students on LATTC Physics and related fields curriculum and classes.
• Participate in college activities, including recruitment and community outreach activities and student clubs.
• Plan and organize instructional materials toward course objectives and in accordance to the course outlines.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies and promote active involvement of students in the learning experience.

Skills

Contextualized instruction

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Curriculum development

Laboratory innovation

Industry partnerships

Grant writing

Team collaboration

Diversity awareness

Education

Master’s in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics

Bachelor’s in Physics or Astronomy + Master’s in Engineering/Mathematics/Meteorology/Geophysics

Ph.D. in Physics or related discipline

Equivalent

Job description

Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC) seeks a Physics Instructor to deliver high-quality physics instruction while supporting university transfer and CTE pathways through engaging lectures and labs.

The role emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, curriculum development, and partnerships with industry to strengthen workforce opportunities for students.