POLITICAL SCIENCE: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (college credit)

Sdccdjobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Sdccdjobs is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to deliver curriculum in Political Science or related fields across District Wide locations. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or equivalent credential. The role emphasizes teaching professionalism, student engagement, and maintaining high academic standards.

The successful applicant will be dedicated to teaching and demonstrate cultural competency, offering instruction that addresses a diverse student population. Responsibilities include attending to scheduled classes and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field is required.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds are essential.
• Teaching experience and professionalism in conduct are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics in teaching.
• Teach all scheduled classes and hold office hours for students.

Skills

Cultural competency

Teaching

Professional conduct

Education

Master’s degree in Political Science, Government, or International Relations

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Government, or International Relations AND Master’s in related field

Possession of a California Community College Instructor Credential

Job description

Position

Working Title Adjunct Faculty

Location: District Wide

FLSA Status: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Position Type: Adjunct

Bargaining Unit: AFT/College Faculty

Range: (na)

Pay Information

At the time that an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of official (sealed) transcripts and verifications of previous work experience (if applicable). Instructors with advanced coursework and/or experience shall be placed on the appropriate class and step on the Adjunct College Salary Schedules, effective the first month following receipt (in Human Resources) of the official transcripts and verifications of previous work experience (if applicable). Initial salary placement will be at the first class/step until all required documentation has been submitted.

Major Responsibilities

• Primary duties of adjunct faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Adjunct instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Political Science, Government, or International Relations; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Government, or International Relations AND Master’s degree in Economics, History, Public Administration, Social Science, Sociology, any ethnic studies, JD, or LL.B.; OR
• Possession of a California Community College Instructor Credential (valid for life) in Government (Theory and Practice, Local and International); OR
• The equivalent.
• Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.

Desired Qualifications

Equivalency: If you do not possess the exact degrees listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a “Request for Equivalency Form” and attach it during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Conditions of Employment

• Submit official college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Posting Number

00197