Womens Studies Part-Time Faculty

Nevada System of Higher Education; United States; Hybrid; USD 1,100 - 1,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity payments

Job summary

Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is seeking qualified candidates for a pool of Part-Time Faculty in Women’s Studies within the Department of Social Sciences. In-person, online, or hybrid teaching opportunities will be offered as vacancies arise.

The role involves teaching a range of Women’s Studies courses and supporting student success in a diverse campus community. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Women’s Studies or a closely related field.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Women’s Studies or closely related field.
• Ability to teach a variety of courses in Women’s Studies.
• Commitment to diversity and student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach course content and assess student learning.
• Stay current in the field and reference current teaching materials.
• Refer students to supportive college resources and complete professional development.
• Maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct.

Education

Master’s degree in Women’s Studies or closely related field

Job description

Thank you for your interest in Truckee Meadows Community College. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Job Description

We want you! Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) is recruiting Part-Time Faculty to teach courses in Women’s Studies for the Department of Social Sciences. The college welcomes qualified applicants from all backgrounds for temporary Part-Time Faculty teaching assignments. We seek a pool of qualified candidates to teach in-person, online, or hybrid courses when PT Faculty vacancies occur. Applications are always welcome, and qualified candidates are contacted when teaching opportunities become available.

Part-Time Faculty are an essential part of TMCC operations and they continually make a positive impact on our students’ lives. Under the supervision of the Department Chair, Part-Time Faculty teach course content; assess student learning; stay current in their teaching field; actively refer students to supportive college resources; complete professional development; use current technology; and maintain appropriate standards of ethics and professional conduct.

Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Social Sciences teach a variety of courses, based on staffing and program needs. Some examples include:

• Introduction to Women’s Studies

• Introduction to Feminist Theory

• The American Women’s Movement

To learn more about this program and its courses, visit our Catalog.

Salary

At TMCC, Part-Time Faculty are paid $1,050 per credit to teach 100- and 200-level courses, and $1,150 per credit to teach 300- and 400-level courses.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in Women’s Studies or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.

The desire to work with students, faculty, and staff from many different backgrounds.

New to teaching?

We can help! Our Departments strive to connect available courses with instructors’ unique expertise, and can often provide teaching materials. We also host an annual Orientation for Part-Time Faculty, as well as professional development workshops on teaching. We value instructors with varied experience, from working professionals to retirees. Come help us to teach and train tomorrow’s graduates!

Benefits

Part-Time Faculty can attend a paid Orientation, receive paid professional development training, receive tuition reimbursement through Grant-in-Aid, and receive longevity payments based on years of service. Part-time Faculty are not eligible for health benefits unless they meet specific workload requirements per semester. Those who meet the eligibility criteria can access a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

About TMCC

We are Northern Nevada’s premier jobs college, and we partner with employers across our region to keep our programs on the cutting edge. We offer over 60 short-term certificates and many degree programs, including Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Architecture, and Bachelor of Applied Science degrees. TMCC serves approximately 10,000 learners who take classes at our four Reno locations: the Dandini campus, the Redfield campus, the Meadowood campus, and the Edison campus.

Our Values

TMCC is committed to:

• Student access and success

• Excellence in teaching and learning

• Evidence of student progress through assessment of student learning

• Nurturing a climate of innovative and creative thought

• Collaborative decision making

• Environmental sustainability and a healthy college community

• Responsible and sustainable use of resources

• Ethical practices and integrity

• Respect and compassion for all persons

• Community development through partnerships and services

• Fostering responsible participation in a democratic society

Conditions of Employment

This is an on-going pool of qualified individuals interested in part-time, temporary non-tenure track instructional opportunities at Truckee Meadows Community College. These opportunities are part-time only and will not be continued beyond the ending date. These opportunities may be terminated at will, at any time, for any reason, without notice; the appointee has no appeal rights. Temporary assignments are not eligible for consideration for tenure as part of the assignment.

Additional Information

Transcripts

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Any expense related to the evaluation will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Sponsorship

TMCC is not able to support sponsorship for employment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time they begin employment.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

0.0%

Required Attachment(s)

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for Three Professional References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.
4. Copy of Unofficial Transcript

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check upon hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.