.PT Faculty POOL - Biological Sciences

Coast Community College District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District in Costa Mesa, California is looking for part-time/temporary faculty to provide quality instruction to a diverse group of adult learners. Candidates should have appropriate educational credentials in biological sciences and demonstrate classroom management skills.

These positions offer flexible hours and will require teaching at various times, including evenings and weekends. Applicants must live within commuting distance to Orange County.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid California Community College instructor credential or a relevant master's degree.
• Sensitivity to manage a diverse classroom environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction as per curriculum.
• Maintain professional conduct and current knowledge.
• Teach scheduled classes and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Classroom management

Diverse student instruction

Biological sciences expertise

Education

Master's degree in biological science

Bachelor's degree in biological science AND Master's in biochemistry/biophysics/marine science

Job description

Definition

Part‑time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. These positions are as needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County.

Responsibility

• Provide quality instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Create and maintain an environment that emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion.
• Maintain 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.

Qualifications

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 from an accredited institution in any biological science.
   • Bachelor's degree in any biological science AND a Master’s degree in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science from an accredited institution.
   • 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 sensitivity to, understanding of, and ability to manage a classroom environment and effectively provide instruction to community college students of diverse backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

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

Employment Conditions

Employment is on a part‑time, temporary basis and is 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. Hours will be arranged with the supervisor.

Pay and Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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.