Sociology Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - ESCC

Inside Higher Ed; Bishop (CA); On-site; USD 92,299; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in California is seeking a part-time Sociology instructor. The position involves teaching various Sociology courses, maintaining subject expertise, and participating in student recruitment activities. Applicants must hold a Master's in Sociology or an equivalent qualification and demonstrate a commitment to working with diverse student populations. The role offers competitive hourly pay of $67.00. Applications are accepted online only, and candidates are encouraged to outline their teaching methodologies and experiences with diverse student groups.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sociology or equivalent credentials.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.
• Networking and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in Sociology courses.
• Maintain subject-matter currency.
• Participate in departmental professional activities.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Curriculum development

Ability to work with diverse student populations

Computer literacy

Education

Master’s in Sociology

Bachelor’s in Sociology and Master’s in Anthropology, ethnic studies, social work, or psychology

Valid credential for teaching Sociology at the California Community College level

Job description

Kern Community College District

Salary: $67.00 Hourly
Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts
Job Number: FY21-22-00476
Location: Bishop/Mammoth, CA
Department: Social Science (SSCI)

Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.

Basic Function

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part-time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately, if a need arises without having to wait for a period of time to advertise. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted by respective department supervisors, deans, or division chairs. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years. Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $67.00/hour; hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information, refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR office.

Representative Duties

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in a full range of Sociology courses. This assignment may include teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning and using multiple teaching methodologies.

Other duties include:

• Participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the Social Science department
• Maintaining subject‑matter currency
• Developing and revising curriculum
• Using computer and multimedia technology
• Collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline‑specific professional activities

Minimum Qualifications

The following are minimum qualifications:

• Master’s in Sociology
• OR – Bachelor’s in Sociology and Master’s in Anthropology, ethnic studies, social work, or psychology
• OR – Possession of a valid credential which authorizes full‑time teaching of Sociology at the California Community College level
• OR – The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form with supporting documents.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
• Degrees and credits from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406). Foreign degrees must be evaluated by an accredited service.

Knowledge & Abilities

The Successful Applicant will be able to demonstrate broad preparation and depth of knowledge in the discipline, as well as the following:

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population
• Ability to work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals
• Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject‑matter currency
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes
• Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that benefit the program
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission

Special Instructions – Completed Application Packet Must Include

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copy of legible transcripts

Applicants with foreign degrees must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of NACES or ACEI. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.

Discrimination Free Work Environment & Equal Employment Opportunity

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

Important Instructions & Additional Information

Completed applications must include the following:

• Completed online application for employment
• Current resume
• Letter of interest (cover letter)
• List of 5 professional references (entered in online application)
• Copy of legible transcripts (if required)

All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/3362852/sociology-instructor-part-time-adjunct-pool-escc. Emails will not be accepted.

E-Verify

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit www.e-verify.gov.