PT Humanities Instructor

IMDiversity; Los Altos Hills (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Foothill-De Anza Community College District in Los Altos Hills is looking for a Part-Time Humanities Instructor to teach courses in history, arts, philosophy, literature, or science. Interested applicants should have an understanding of diverse community college backgrounds and be ready to engage in teaching and faculty development activities.

Applicants must provide official transcripts prior to employment. This role is on a continuously open basis, allowing for flexibility in application submission.

Qualifications

• Sensitivity to diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge in history, arts, philosophy, literature, or science.

Responsibilities

• Teach humanities courses in various areas.
• Evaluate and assess student work.
• Participate in faculty development activities.

Skills

Understanding of diverse backgrounds

Teaching skills in humanities

Education

Official transcripts verifying qualifications

Job description

PT Humanities Instructor

Foothill‑De Anza Community College District in Los Altos Hills, CA

Type: Adjunct/Part‑Time

Category: Humanities

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part‑Time Faculty

Job Number: PT05180

Location: District, CA

Department: Temp Pool

Closing: Continuous

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

PART‑TIME HUMANITIES INSTRUCTOR

Foothill‑De Anza Community College District is establishing a pool of qualified applicants for this position. Applications will be accepted continuously until otherwise noted. Applications will remain on file for two years from date received or last submitted.

The Foothill‑De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews or accept employment. All interviewing and moving costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as‑needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE

Standard duties expected of all part‑time faculty include the performance of instructional, counselor, or librarian duties as assigned; evaluation and assessment of student work; and timely submission of grades. In addition, part‑time faculty are expected to participate in the assessment of their performance, including administrative and student evaluations. Part‑time faculty may also have opportunities to participate in various campus and staff development activities and are encouraged to be involved in the larger College or District community. Part‑time faculty may be eligible to receive additional pay for office hours, additional assignments, and professional development events.

Teach humanities courses in the following areas: history, arts, philosophy, literature, or science.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Environment: Indoor, office environment.


• Physical Abilities: Hearing and speaking to exchange information.


• Vision sufficient to read various materials.


• Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform the tasks required of the position.


• Regularly stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.


• Bending at waist, kneeling, or crouching.


• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.


• Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Minimum Qualifications for this position as defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges published by the Academic Affairs Division, Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges can be located at the website below:

https://www.cccco.edu/About-Us/Chancellor's-Office/Divisions/Educational-Services-and-Support/What-we-do/Educational-Programs-and-Professional-Development/Minimum-Qualifications

NOTE: Official transcripts verifying qualifications will be REQUIRED prior to an offer of employment. Applicants who have international transcripts must obtain transcripts that are evaluated by an independent educational‑equivalency evaluation company and obtain an English translation (if necessary). These services are to be done at the applicant's expense. Both Foothill De Anza CCD employees and external candidates must submit transcripts.

SALARY RANGE

Actual placement is based on applicant's verified education and experience.