PT Instructor, Anthropology (Linguistic)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 3,104,000 - 3,473,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chabot College is seeking a PT Instructor, Anthropology (Linguistic Anthropology) to teach Linguistic Anthropology through Canvas (asynchronous) during the fast-paced summer session at Hayward, CA. The position supports diverse learners and requires adaptability to online and on-site formats.

The role requires a Master’s in anthropology or archaeology (or related combination) and emphasizes equity-minded teaching, curriculum development, and collaboration with colleagues across the Social

Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology or archaeology or equivalent.
• Evidence of understanding and responsiveness to diverse student backgrounds and equity-minded practices.
• Equivalence applicants must provide details at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Teach Linguistic Anthropology via Canvas (asynchronous) during summer session.
• Adapt instructional techniques to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Develop online courses as needed and communicate effectively with students.
• Keep up-to-date with discipline knowledge and teaching methods; participate in curriculum and outcomes assessment.
• Assist Division Dean with required reports and attend departmental activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Cultural competency

Education

Master's in anthropology or archaeology OR Bachelor's in either and Master's in sociology/biological sciences/forensic sciences/genetics/paleontology or equivalent

Job description

PT Instructor, Anthropology (Linguistic)

Salary: $2,253.10/CAH - $2,521.46/CAH

Salary schedule: https://www.clpccd.org/hr/files/docs/salary/07.01.2026_salary_schedules/Faculty_Salary_Schedule_07012026_CLPCCD_CLPFA_2025_2028_TA.pdf

Start Date: Summer 2027

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: Chabot College, 25555 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, Ca94545

Job Summary

The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is seeking a PTInstructor, Anthropology (Linguistic Anthropology) for ChabotCollege. Applicants will be expected to provide instruction inLinguistic Anthropology through Canvas (asynchronous format) duringthe fast-paced summer session.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Have experience teaching college-level courses in LinguisticAnthropology;
2. Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching;
3. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
4. Demonstrate ability to communicate well with students of diverseacademic, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds;immigration status; gender identities, sexual orientations; andstudents with disabilities;
5. Adapt instructional techniques to accommodate varied learningstyles and abilities;
6. Be willing to teach day, evening, off-campus, and onlineclasses, as needed;
7. Develop online courses, as needed;
8. Interact successfully with others, including Anthropologycolleagues and other Social Science colleagues;
9. Maintain expertise in current teaching methods, disciplineknowledge, and discipline-specific technologies;
10. Instruct lecture courses in Linguistic Anthropology, inaccordance with credit course outlines approved by the Board ofTrustees;
11. Assist students in achieving stated course objectives. Evaluatethe progress of each student and notify students in need ofcounseling services and/or tutorial assistance. Track studentlearning outcomes and maintain records of student learningoutcomes;
12. Participate in the departmental process of curriculum review,modification, and the assessment of student learningoutcomes;
13. Assist the Division Dean in the preparation of required reportsby providing requested information;
14. Attend various departmental, divisional, and campus-wideactivities and events as required;
15. Perform other necessary duties as assigned by the Division Deanand as outlined in Board Policy.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in anthropology or archaeology OR Bachelor's in either ofthe above AND Master's in sociology, biological sciences, forensicsciences, genetics or paleontology OR the equivalent.

Evidence of understanding of and responsiveness to the diverseacademic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity,sexual orientation, racial and ethnic backgrounds of communitycollege students, as these factors relate to the need forequity-minded practices within the classroom.

Applicants applying under the “Equivalent” provision must providedetails that explain at time of application how their academicpreparation is the equivalent of the degree listed above.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Background in Linguistic Anthropology;
2. Adaptability;
3. Ability to communicate well with faculty and students;
4. Experience in teaching post-secondary courses in LinguisticAnthropology;
5. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniquesto different levels of students' ability and learning styles;
6. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniquesto students from different cultures and ethnic groups;
7. Demonstrated ability to use innovative and creative teachingtechniques and equipment, including the use of multimedia hardwareand software and on-line instructional techniques;
8. Demonstrated leadership in developing curriculum fordiscipline-specific courses and/or programs;
9. Demonstrated leadership, ability, and desire to stay current inthe field;
10. Interest in or knowledge of teaching online and other distanceeducation courses;
11. Knowledge of language diversity, multilingualism, discourseanalysis, sociolinguistics, or language revitalization;
12. Ability to incorporate culturally responsive approaches to thestudy of language, communication, and identity.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Individuals with disabilities who are unable to carry out thephysical activities of the position will receive reasonableaccommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions ofthe positions.

Notification to Applicants

The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District reserves theright to close or not fill any advertised position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Board of Trustees has updated Board Policy 7330 to incorporateinformation on COVID vaccination requirements, which are currentlysuspended. Accordingly, employee(s) must comply with the BoardPolicy found at: http://districtazure.clpccd.org/policies/files/docs/BP7330.pdf.

It is the policy of this District to provide equal opportunity inall areas of employment practices and to assure that there shall beno discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, ancestry,age, marital status, race, religious creed, mental disability,medical condition (including HIV and AIDS), color, national origin,physical disability, family or sexual preference status and othersimilar factors in compliance with Title IX, Sections 503 and 504of the Rehabilitation Act, other federal and statenon-discrimination regulations, and its own statements ofphilosophy of objectives. The District encourages the filing ofapplications by both sexes, ethnic minorities, and thedisabled.

The Chabot College Community Equity Statement

Chabot College is committed to educational equity in its academicprograms and college services so that students may achievetheirpersonal, educational, and career goals. Our equity work todaybuilds upon a strong history: the Puente and Umoja programs werefirst created at Chabot College, and have since been replicatedacross the state. These programs have paved the way for a series ofadditional educational and student support programs intentionallyfocused on equity that thrive at Chabot College today. ChabotCollege is located in Hayward, California, the third most diversecity in the United States. We serve a highly diverse studentpopulation and are proud to be designated as a Hispanic ServingInstitution. Information about the demographics of our campuscommunity can be found here. Serving our diverse community requiresa culturally-responsive approach that recognizes the myriadstrengths and assets that our students bring to the campuscommunity. We do so by promoting a classroom and co-curricularlearning environment that is inclusive, collaborative, engaging, and challenging, and where respect, dignity, and integrity are corevalues. We see students as producers of knowledge, not justconsumers of knowledge. We work to reframe inequities as a problemof practice, and view the elimination of inequities as anindividual and institutional responsibility.

Joining Our College Community

We seek equity-minded applicants who demonstrate they understandthe benefits diversity brings to an educational community.

We look for applicants who

1. Value and intentionally promote diversity and consciousness ofdifference
2. Demonstrate cultural humility and an ongoing desire to improvecultural competence
3. Are dedicated to addressing issues of social justice
4. Accept their shared role and responsibility in addressingopportunity and achievement gaps experienced by students
5. Have experience and success in closing student equity gaps andengaging in equitable practices, or are knowledgeable andenthusiastic about implementing practices that achieve thesegoals
6. Actively seek to identify, disrupt, and remove institutionaland/or systemic barriers that adversely impact historicallymarginalized communities
7. Empower the underrepresented and underserved
8. Foster students' potential to become global citizens andsocially responsible leaders
9. Believe that all people have the right to an education and workenvironment free from fear, harassment, or discrimination.