Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership (SORL) Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool (Tehachapi)

Time-Now Engenharia S/A; California; On-site; USD 76,146 - 108,451; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership (SORL) Instructor for a part-time adjunct pool. This role involves teaching courses across various modalities and campuses, including in-person and distance learning. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience, or an Associate's degree with six years of experience.

Responsibilities also include curriculum development, student recruitment, and maintaining subject-matter relevance. The position promotes diversity and inclusion within the community college environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related professional experience, or Associate’s degree and 6 years related professional experience.
• Possession of a valid credential authorizing full‑time teaching of Forestry and Natural Resources.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership courses across multiple campus sites and modalities.
• Participate in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency and develop/revise curriculum.

Skills

Effective communication

Curriculum development

Technology integration

Diversity engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent credential

2 years of related professional experience

Job description

Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership (SORL) Instructor – Part‑time Adjunct Pool (Tehachapi)

Salary: $67.00 Hourly
Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts
Job Number: FY24-2501038
Location: CC – East Kern, Tehachapi, CA
Department: Public Service (PSER)

Position Summary

The instructor will deliver instruction in the Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership program across multiple modalities and campus sites, managing day‑evening, weekend, and distance learning courses while maintaining subject‑matter currency and developing curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach Sustainable Outdoor Recreation Leadership courses across multiple campus sites and modalities (in‑person, distance learning, weekend, large classes).
• Participate in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the department.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency and develop/revise curriculum in line with program objectives.
• Utilize computer and multimedia technology to enhance instruction.
• Engage collegially in departmental, college, district, and discipline‑specific professional activities.
• Assess student learning outcomes and adjust instruction accordingly.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related professional experience, or
• Associate’s degree and 6 years related professional experience, or
• Possession of a valid credential authorizing full‑time teaching of Forestry and Natural Resources (or equivalent).

Applicants must also demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Work effectively with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation and teaching to a diverse student population.
• Work with students of varying skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
• Develop curriculum, including delivery via different modalities.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Possess computer skills and willingness to explore emerging technologies.
• Understand and commit to the California community college mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicant, 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 any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Work authorization must be established at the time of application submission. Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States.

Legal Compliance

All newly hired employees are subject to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E‑Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility.