Physics Instructor (Temporary Part-Time Pool)

City College of San Francisco; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,200 - 3,300; Part time

Job summary

City College of San Francisco is seeking Physics instructors for a temporary part-time pool to teach a range of physics courses at the Ocean Campus, with potential online or hybrid assignments. The department emphasizes student-centered teaching, equity, and rigorous lab standards, serving engineering, science, and general education students.

Qualified applicants will have a Master’s in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics (or equivalent), a Bachelor's in Physics or Astronomy, and California LIFE

Qualifications

• Ability to teach multiple physics modalities (lecture, lab, online, hybrid).
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in pedagogy.
• Proven ability to manage diverse classroom populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned physics lecture and/or laboratory courses following approved outlines.
• Prepare and deliver instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Develop and evaluate exams, labs, and assessments aligned with outcomes.
• Maintain accurate academic records and timely grading.
• Use Canvas to post materials, manage grades, and engage students.
• Provide timely feedback and support to students.

Skills

Mult-Modality Teaching

Education

Master’s Degree in Physics, Astronomy or Astrophysics

Bachelor’s Degree in Physics or Astronomy

LIFE California Community College Instructor Credential

Job description

Physics Instructor (Temporary Part-Time Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

City College of San Francisco will accept applications with all required supporting documentation at any time until posting closing date. Screening and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the department desires; a part-time hiring pool or pools will be developed and be in effect for a one-year period from which temporary appointments will be made on an as-needed basis.

Posting Summary

Position Title

Position Title Physics Instructor (Temporary Part-Time Pool)

Posting Type

Posting Type Wide Distribution

Department

Department Physics

Campus

Campus Ocean Campus

Location

Job Category

Job Category Faculty (Credit Program)

Salary (Applicant View)

Compensation is determined in accordance with the City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule for Pay-by-workload assignments. The workload compensation upon entry currently ranges from $2,163.36 to $3,302.80 per workload unit, depending upon placement.

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Faculty - Part-Time Pool

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Start Date

End Date

Position Description

The Physics Department is currently seeking part-time faculty to provide instruction in a range of physics courses, including conceptual, algebra-based, and calculus-based physics courses, and associated laboratory sections. We serve students pursuing majors in engineering, physics, computer science, life sciences, health sciences, and other STEM disciplines, as well as non-science majors completing general education requirements. The department is committed to student-centered instruction, equity-minded teaching practices, and maintaining rigorous academic and laboratory standards.

Assignments are predominantly in-person at the Ocean Campus. However, instructors may be asked to teach online or hybrid courses or to teach at the Mission Campus, depending on departmental needs. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday, with assignments that may include both daytime and evening hours.

Job Duties

1. Teach assigned lecture and/or laboratory courses in physics in accordance with approved course outlines of record.
2. Prepare and deliver instruction that supports diverse learning styles and promotes student engagement.
3. Develop and evaluate exams, laboratory activities, and other assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
4. Maintain accurate academic records and submit grades in a timely manner.
5. Utilize the college’s learning management system (Canvas) to post course materials, communicate with students, maintain grades, and support student engagement.
6. Provide regular academic support to students through timely communication, constructive feedback on assignments, and responsiveness to student inquiries.
7. Maintain safe laboratory environments consistent with institutional policies and safety regulations.
8. Participate in department meetings, student learning outcomes assessments and other duties as assigned.
9. Integrate appropriate instructional technologies, laboratory equipment, and data acquisition tools into coursework.
10. Support and engage in an innovative culture of culturally responsive, inclusive and anti-racist practices as it relates to student success with an awareness of student equity gaps.
11. Participate in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds (Required).
2. Earned a Master’s Degree in Physics, Astronomy or Astrophysics from an accredited institution;
3. Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Astronomy from an accredited institution AND earned Master’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology or Geophysics
4. Hold a fully-satisfied LIFE California Community College Instructor Credential (California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990).

[The degree major(s) posted on an applicant’s transcript(s) must be exactly as listed above under the degree requirements. Otherwise applicant must claim education equivalency for the formal educational requirement. Applicants who are currently enrolled in Ph.D. programs that do not award a master’s degree also need to claim education equivalency. The “Faculty Equivalency Application Form” is available on the left side margin. This form will be considered as part of the application materials and must be submitted on or before the filing deadline as indicated on this job posting.]

[If you have previously gone through the education equivalency for this same subject area from City College of San Francisco OR you have obtained the clarification of your “major” from the department chair/dean of the institution you attended in order to meet the minimum qualification for this job posting, you must submit a copy of the information. When attaching this document, please use the “Equivalency Application Form” link.]

Desirable Qualifications

1. Earned a Bachelor’s AND a Master’s/Ph.D. degree in Physics from an accredited institution.
2. Demonstrated experience teaching physics at the community college or university level.
3. Demonstrated experience teaching both lecture and laboratory courses in algebra-based and/or calculus-based physics.
4. Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
5. Demonstrated experience supporting students from historically underrepresented and disproportionately impacted groups.
6. Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and supervision of instructional labs.
7. Demonstrated experience using instructional technology, simulation software, and/or digital data acquisition systems.
8. Ability to teach in multiple modalities, including in-person, hybrid, and online formats.
9. Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
10. Demonstrated instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.
11. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students.

ADA Statement

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment

Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching the requirements of the position will be invited for a personal interview with the Search Committee. An additional interview will be offered to applicants who are advanced beyond the initial interviews (full-time position only).

Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprinting processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States.

City College of San Francisco reserves the right at its sole discretion to modify or to rescind this job posting at any time without prior notice.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS / HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] .

Posting Number

Posting Number AC00236P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 04/24/2026

Application Review Date

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 04/27/2027

Open Until Filled No

Contact

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Required Documents

• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• List of References
• Transcript(s)
• Diversity Statement

Optional Documents

• Transcript(s) - additional
• California Community College Credentials
• Equivalency Application Form
• Foreign Degree Evaluation
• Other Document 1

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