.PT Faculty POOL - Physics

Coast Community College District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 123,984; Part time

Job summary

Coast Community College District in Southern California invites applications for part-time/temporary faculty positions across transfer, GE, vocational programs. Roles are as-needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County, with schedules that may include day, evening, weekend, online and off-campus classes.

Minimum qualifications include one of several options (credential or degrees) and evidence of ability to teach diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (d):
• Evidence of sensitivity to and ability to manage a diverse classroom environment and effectively teach diverse student populations.
• Recent community college or lower division teaching experience (desirable).
• Expertise and professional experience in the field of course(s) to be taught (desirable).
• Online teaching experience (desirable).

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.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Classroom management

Instructional delivery

Education

Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics

Bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy and master's degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics

California Community College instructor credential (Education Code 87355)

Equivalency pathway (if applicable)

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

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (d):
1. Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990).
2. Master's degree in physics, astronomy, or astrophysics.
3. Bachelor's degree in physics or astronomy and master's degree in engineering, mathematics, meteorology, or geophysics.
4. 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. 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.
• Online teaching experience.

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. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.

• 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. Individual’s 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 Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) in accordance with the current part‑time faculty salary schedule.

Additional Information

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. All unofficial transcripts (upload as a separate attachment – PDF recommended). If selected, official transcripts will be required at the time of hire/onboarding.
4. Answers to all supplemental questions (provide clear and detailed responses, where applicable, to be carefully evaluated).
5. Application for Equivalency, if applicable.

Application for Equivalency

Candidates applying under Equivalency must complete and upload an Application for Equivalency, along with a narrative and supporting documentation, to their online employment application. Applications will be reviewed by the Equivalency Committee in the relevant discipline area to determine if Equivalency will be granted.

• Candidates who do not meet the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges may still apply under equivalency. They must submit an Application for Equivalency and supporting documentation.
• Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by a U.S. evaluation and translation from a NACES member organization.
• Required degrees not yet listed on transcripts at the time of application must also be accompanied by an Application for Equivalency.

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

• 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.
• 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.

Coast Community College District is a multi‑college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.

Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District Title IX

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This direct link is for the 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The crime statistics for calendar years 2021, 2022, and 2023 were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be provided from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions regarding the report.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The 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.