Sociology Instructor (Reedley College) Part-Time Faculty Pool

SCCCD International Education; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 53,271 - 85,108; Part time

Job summary

Reedley College invites applications for a Sociology Instructor (Part‑Time Faculty Pool). The role involves teaching developmental and transfer sociology courses, using varied pedagogies and technology for in‑person, online, or hybrid formats, and maintaining professional conduct and equity in the classroom.

The candidate will provide syllabi, assess student progress, and ensure timely submission of grades and records.

Qualifications

• Master’s in sociology is required.
• Bachelor’s in sociology and a master’s in anthropology or related field is required.
• A valid California Community College credential is required; equivalency may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards of professional conduct and ethics in sociology teaching.
• Teach developmental and transfer sociology courses.
• Use diverse teaching methods and technology for face‑to‑face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students.
• Adhere to approved curriculum outlines and assess student progress.
• Provide course syllabi and maintain classroom records.
• Submit all grading and evaluation reports on time.

Education

Master’s in sociology

Bachelor’s in sociology AND master’s in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work or psychology

California Community College credential

Equivalency accepted

Job description

Sociology Instructor (Reedley College) Part‑Time Faculty Pool

This is a part‑time position. Open until filled. Start dates may vary.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position and currency in teaching Sociology;
• Teaching developmental and transfer sociology courses offered by the department;
• Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face‑to‑face, online, and/or hybrid formats;
• Communicating effectively with students;
• Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
• Providing course syllabi to students;
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner; and
• Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in sociology;
• Bachelor’s in sociology AND master’s in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work or psychology;
• A valid California Community College credential;
• The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the secondary or post‑secondary level;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Experience in computer assisted instruction and other instructional technologies;
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and administration;
• Ability to develop new and current curriculum and focus on student learning outcomes to improve student learning;
• Experience working with students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusions of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Potential for contribution to institutional vitality and growth; and
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

Starting rates are $45.49 – $61.78 for lecture and $38.67 – $52.55 for lab. Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

Selection Procedure

The selection and hiring process will be explained by the hiring department if the candidate is extended an opportunity to interview.

Please note: This position does not have a closing date and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position(s) is/are filled. By applying for this position, you understand that you will be placed in a continuous pool. If at any time you are no longer interested in this position, please withdraw your application.