PT Philosophy Instructor

Foothill-De Anza Community College District; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Foothill-De Anza Community College District is seeking a Part-Time Philosophy Instructor to join its district pool. The role involves teaching philosophy courses, evaluating student work, and contributing to campus activities as needed.

Applications are accepted continuously; transcripts are required before an offer. This pool will remain active for potential openings based on department needs and candidate qualifications.

Qualifications

• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
• Official transcripts verifying qualifications are REQUIRED prior to an offer of employment.
• International transcripts must be evaluated for English translation if necessary; transcripts must be submitted.

Responsibilities

• Teach philosophy courses, including critical thinking and writing.
• Participate in assessment of student performance and outcomes; submit grades on time.
• Engage in campus and department activities; may receive additional pay for office hours or extra assignments.

Job description

PT Philosophy Instructor

Foothill-De Anza Community College District

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: PT05262

Location: District, CA

Department: Temp Pool

Closing: Continuous

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Description

PART-TIME PHILOSOPHY 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 critical thinking and writing and/or other general

philosophy courses.

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
published by the Academic Affairs Division,
Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges which can be located at the website below:

https://www.cccco.edu/About-Us/Chancellors-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.

For the complete Faculty Salary Schedule, go to:
https://hr.fhda.edu/_faculty-information.html

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To be considered for this pool, you must submit an on-line application athttps://hr.fhda.edu/careers/ - open in a new tab

• A current resume of all work experience, formal education and

training.

• A cover letter addressing the preferred qualifications for the

position.

If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application materials.

If you wish to request equivalency for this position (if you believe you do not meet minimum qualifications), you may submit the
Request for Equivalency form. This form will need to be submitted with your application packet. You may either scan a hard copy of this form with your application packet or submit it as a Word document with your application packet. https://hr.fhda.edu/_forms.html

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment
Services.

The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S.