Political Science Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (PC)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Poplar (CA); On-site; USD 76,146 - 108,451; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time Political Science Instructor for the Adjunct Pool at the PC Main Campus, Porterville, CA. The role requires a Master's degree in political science, government, or a related field. The instructor will work with a diverse student population and develop curriculum, ensuring to maintain subject matter currency and effectively communicate. This position emphasizes effective teaching and commitment to educational equity and diversity in a community college setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with colleagues promoting innovation and service.
• Ability to develop curriculum in various delivery modalities.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.

Skills

Effective communication

Curriculum development

Student outcome assessment

Working with diverse populations

Education

Master’s in political science, government, or international relations

Bachelor’s in political science, government, or international relations

Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, or ethnic studies

Job description

Political Science Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (PC)

Salary: $67.00 hourly

Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts

Location: PC – Main Campus, Porterville, CA

Department: Social Science

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in political science, government, or international relations
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above
• AND Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, or any ethnic studies, J.D., or LL.B.
• OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and accomplishments judged to meet the stated minimum qualifications.

Knowledge & 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Kern Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected class.