PT Pool - Ethnic Studies Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

Rancho Santiago Community College District is seeking a part-time Ethnic Studies Instructor to establish a roster of eligible candidates for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 as needed. The role focuses on teaching a variety of Ethnic Studies courses, maintaining records, and contributing to department activities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency when serving diverse students, including AB 540 and DACA populations, and will adhere to college policies and instructional standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Ethnic Studies or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Valid California Community College credential.
• Equivalencies accepted by the department for similar fields may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach all assigned classes, including evening or off-campus assignments when required.
• Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and progress.
• Assist in maintaining course outlines for each assigned course.
• Be familiar with and observe administrative regulations per the Faculty Handbook.
• Participate in department committees and activities.
• Teach a variety of courses/levels within the discipline/area of study.

Skills

Experience teaching diverse students

Cultural competency

Education

Master’s in Ethnic Studies or related field

Valid California Community College credential

Job description

PT POOL - Ethnic Studies Instructor

Rancho Santiago Community College District

About the Position

The Division seeks to establish a roster of eligible candidates for part-time, temporary, hourly teaching positions during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters as needed. The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving diverse community college student populations, including those with differing abilities, AB 540 students, DACA recipients, foreign residents, VACA participants, and continuing education students. Candidates should cultivate an inclusive classroom culture that engages and supports a diverse student population.

General Responsibilities

• Teach all assigned classes, including evening or off‑campus assignments unless excused.
• Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress.
• Assist in maintaining course outline for each assigned course.
• Be familiar with and observe the administrative regulations as they appear in the Faculty Handbook.
• Participate in department committees and activities.
• Will teach a variety of courses/levels within the discipline/area of study.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess from an accredited institution: Master’s in African‑American/Black/Africana Studies, Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, Asian‑American Studies, Native American/American Indian Studies, or Master’s in Ethnic Studies (or equivalent).
• Possess a valid California Community College credential.
• The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the application form).
• Equivalencies the Department accepts as valid: Master’s or PhD degrees in Latina/o@/x/e Studies, Chicana/o@/x/e Studies, Mexican American Studies, Latin American Studies, Afro American Studies, Pacific Islander Studies, Indigenous Studies, First Nation Studies, Afro Latina/o@/x/e Studies, and American Studies; or a Master’s or PhD in a similar field outside the Four Core with at least 18 upper‑division graduate‑level or post‑graduate level semester units (or 27 quarter units) in Ethnic Studies.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency preferred.
• A working knowledge of and experience with student learning outcomes and assessment.

Conditions of Employment

1. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
2. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam (TB).
3. Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense; clearance must be received before the first day of employment).
4. Submit official transcripts.
5. Submit official verification of employment letters.

EEO STATEMENT

The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on any ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition, marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged. RSCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional employment offer is made. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if RSCCD is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rsccd/jobs/5034904/pt-pool-ethnic-studies-instructor