.PT Faculty POOL - Art (Sculpture)

Coast Community College District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District is hiring part-time/temporary faculty in Costa Mesa, California, aimed at assisting adults in achieving educational goals. The role involves providing instruction, maintaining records, and fulfilling professional responsibilities, with flexible scheduling including online and off-campus options. Candidates must have a relevant degree and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse backgrounds. The position offers competitive pay based on the Lecture Hour Equivalent and emphasizes inclusivity and support for applicants with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the specified educational qualifications.
• Experience in community college teaching is desirable.
• Ability to effectively instruct a diverse group of community college students.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction according to established curriculum.
• Maintain standards of professional conduct.
• Teach scheduled classes in various formats.

Skills

Ability to manage classroom environment

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Master's degree in fine arts, art, or art history

Bachelor's degree in relevant fields plus a master's in humanities

Valid California Community College instructor credential

Job description

Part‑time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals.

Performance Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online and/or off‑campus classes.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications:
   • Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990).
   • Master's degree in fine arts, art, or art history.
   • Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a master's degree in humanities.
   • Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials.
2. Evidence of a sensitivity to, understanding of, and the ability to manage the classroom environment AND effectively provide instruction to community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Recent community college or lower division teaching experience.
2. Expertise and professional experience in field of course(s) to be taught.

Conditions of Employment

• Employment is on a part‑time, temporary basis and contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCCD Board of Trustees. The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.
• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX.
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.

Salary

Based on LHE (Lecture Hour Equivalent) in accordance with the current Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule.

Disability Accommodations

If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438‑4714.

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet, including Part‑time Faculty Employment Application, Current Resume, and Application for Equivalency (if applicable). Candidates will also be responsible for all travel expenses if selected for an interview; the Coast Community College District does not reimburse for candidate travel expenses.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.