Physics Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

SCCCD International Education; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 84,033; Part time

Job summary

Reedley College is seeking part-time Physics instructors to join the pool for teaching introductory physics, astronomy, and related courses. The role emphasizes equity-minded practice and responsive curriculum to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities include delivering lectures, labs, and online/hybrid instruction as needed, maintaining syllabi and records, and contributing to department objectives while adhering to college policies and course outlines of record.

Qualifications

• Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics.
• Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy and master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics; or a valid CCC credential.
• Equivalent education and/or experience (equivalency).
• Commitment to equity-minded teaching for diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory physics, general physics, physical science and astronomy.
• Teach trigonometry and calculus-based physics for majors and non-majors.
• Utilize varied teaching methods and technology for in-person, online, and hybrid formats.
• Maintain records, grading, and required administrative duties.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Team collaboration

Equity & inclusion

Education

Master’s in physics/astronomy/astrophysics

Bachelor’s in physics/astronomy AND master’s in engineering/mathematics/meteorology/geophysics

California Community College credential

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Physics Instructor (Reedley College) Part‑Time Faculty Pool

Reedley College Campus

Essential Functions of Position

The ideal candidate will share Reedley College’s commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. The candidate will join a department dedicated to curriculum responsive to the students it serves.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position and currency in teaching physics;
• Teaching introductory physics, general physics, physical science and astronomy courses;
• Teaching trigonometry and calculus–based physics courses for majors and non‑majors;
• Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face‑to‑face, online, and/or hybrid formats;
• Communicating effectively with students;
• Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
• Providing course syllabi to students;
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner;
• Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics;
• OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics;
• OR A valid California Community College credential;
• OR The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement innovative teaching methodologies based on physics education research;
• Commitment to interacting and working successfully as a team with science instructors, laboratory technicians, and other colleagues;
• Express enthusiasm for teaching and assisting students to succeed;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Experience in computer‑assisted instruction and other instructional technologies;
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration;
• Ability to develop new and current curriculum and focus on student learning outcomes to improve student learning;
• Experience working with students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Potential for contribution to institutional vitality and growth;
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture, $38.67 – $52.55 for lab, and $38.30 – $52.05 for non‑instructional. Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The selection and hiring process will be explained by the hiring department if the candidate is extended an opportunity to interview.

This position does not have a closing date and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position(s) is/are filled. By applying for this position, you understand that you will be placed in a continuous pool. If at any time you are no longer interested in this position, you may withdraw your application.

Contact: 1171 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721 | Phone: [phone]