.PT Faculty POOL - Construction

Coast Community College District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 89,544 - 130,872; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District invites applications for part-time/temporary faculty positions serving adult learners in Orange County, CA. Positions are as-needed and based on department needs, with flexible hours including day, evening, weekend, online, and off-campus classes.

Minimum qualifications include a CCC credential or a combination of degrees and professional experience. Emphasis is on teaching effectiveness, diversity awareness, and maintaining current subject knowledge.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the minimum qualifications listed above.
• Experience with diverse student populations and inclusive teaching is preferred.
• Ability to manage a classroom and maintain professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in accordance with curriculum and course outlines.
• Create an environment that emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages discussion.
• Maintain professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in subject areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes and maintain accurate records.
• Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online and/or off-campus classes.

Education

California CCC instructor credential

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Associate degree + 6 years experience

Equivalency possible

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. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part‑time positions are as needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.
• 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.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications:
   • a. Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990).
   • b. Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience.
   • c. Associate degree and six years of professional experience.
   • d. Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates applying on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials. Please see additional information below to determine if you need to submit an Application for Equivalency.
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

• Recent community college or lower division teaching experience.
• Expertise and professional experience in the 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.

This is a continuous recruitment for an applicant pool to fill part‑time, temporary hourly assignments on an as‑needed basis. Departments or divisions will refer to the pool of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. Part‑time faculty applications are accepted year‑round and will remain in the pool for one year. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. Please note: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

Please do not call the Office of Human Resources regarding the status of your application as this is a continuous recruitment and the applications in this pool will be reviewed by the College Dean/Hiring Manager on an as‑needed basis.

• 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 (Reference: BP/AP 5910).
• 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.

Salary

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

Application Requirements

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae (upload as a separate attachment – PDF recommended).
3. A cover letter (upload as a separate attachment – PDF recommended).
4. All unofficial transcripts (upload as a separate attachment – PDF recommended). If selected, official transcripts will be required at the time of hire/onboarding.
5. Answers to all supplemental questions (please provide clear and detailed responses; do not paste your resume or leave blank).
6. Application for Equivalency, if applicable. See below for details to determine if you are required to submit an Application for Equivalency.

Application for Equivalency

If you do not meet minimum qualifications, you may apply for equivalency. Equivalency requires a completed Application for Equivalency, a narrative, supporting documentation, and, if applicable, foreign transcript evaluation and translation from a NACES member organization. The Equivalency Committee will review submissions and notify you of approval.

Disability Accommodations

If you require accommodations in the application or examination process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438‑4714.

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.

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.