Sociology Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Clovis Community College

SCCCD International Education; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

State Center Community College District invites applications for a Sociology Instructor (Part‑Time Faculty Pool) at Clovis Community College. This position places candidates in a continuous applicant pool for over 18 months, with start dates varying as vacancies arise.

Responsibilities include teaching part-time sociology courses across face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats, applying curricula, and assessing student progress.

Qualifications

• Evidence of responsiveness to diverse student backgrounds (academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic).
• Master’s degree in sociology; or Bachelor’s in sociology plus Master’s in anthropology, ethnic studies, social work, or psychology; or a valid California Community College Credential; or an equivalent education/experience.
• Must petition for equivalency if transcripts do not match the stated criteria.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time sociology courses as assigned.
• Use diverse pedagogies and technology for face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Apply institutional curricula and course outlines.
• Assess student progress through tests, exams, assignments, and oral responses.
• Provide course syllabi and maintain classroom records per district policy.
• Submit grading and evaluation reports timely.
• Teach and participate in various instructional settings and times.
• Perform all duties required under Administrative Regulation 7122.

Education

Master’s degree in sociology

Bachelor’s in sociology + Master’s in anthropology/ethnic studies/social work/psychology

California Community College Credential or equivalent education/experience

Must petition for equivalency if transcripts do not match

Job description

Sociology Instructor (Part‑Time Faculty Pool) – Clovis Community College

Position for part‑time faculty in the Sociology department. Candidates will be placed in a continuous applicant pool and held for over 18 months. Start dates vary as vacancies arise.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Teach part‑time sociology courses as assigned.
• Use diverse pedagogies and technology for face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Apply institutional curricula and course outlines.
• Assess student progress through tests, exams, assignments, and oral responses.
• Provide course syllabi and maintain classroom records per district policy.
• Submit grading and evaluation reports timely.
• Teach and participate in various instructional settings and times.
• Perform all duties required under Administrative Regulation 7122.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Evidence of responsiveness to diverse student backgrounds (academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic).
• Master’s degree in sociology; or Bachelor’s in sociology plus Master’s in anthropology, ethnic studies, social work, or psychology; or a valid California Community College Credential; or an equivalent education/experience.
• Must petition for equivalency if transcripts do not match the stated criteria.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into instruction.
• Recent work with underrepresented groups and sensitivity to historical exclusion.
• Willingness to examine and improve classroom practices for racially minoritized students.
• Professional experience in multicultural and cross‑cultural communication.
• Experience working with high‑need and under‑prepared community‑college students.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance curriculum and student success.
• Computer and technology proficiency for instruction and support.
• Effective communication with students and staff.
• Familiarity with assessment methods and community‑college mission.

Salary and Benefits

• New hires placed on step 1 of the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule.
• Salary classification based on education and experience per the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Classifications.
• Sick leave accrual based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The hiring department will contact candidates when vacancies arise. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and are held for 18 months. If not selected, a new application will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

State Center Community College District is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.