z-Part-Time Adjunct Faculty Pool - Sociology

Sociology Right; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 83,482 - 99,889; Part time

Job summary

Sociology Right is hiring for a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty Pool in Sociology to provide classroom instruction within the Social Sciences department. Candidates must have a strong understanding of diverse student backgrounds and a passion for teaching.

Assignments may occur over weekends and evenings across multiple campuses including Visalia. The ideal applicant will be equity-minded and dedicated to student success. Positions are temporary and do not grant tenure.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid teaching credential or master's degree in Sociology or relevant field.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to teach face-to-face classes.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive classroom instruction to community college students.
• Develop and adjust class materials from the Academic Catalog.
• Collect and submit data on student learning objectives as needed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Understanding of diverse student backgrounds

Ability to create equitable learning environments

Education

Minimum qualifications as per California Community Colleges

Job description

Job Title: Part‑Time Adjunct Faculty Pool – Sociology

Salary: $60.60 - $72.51 Hourly

Job Type: Part‑time Faculty

Job Number: 4270‑af‑SOC

Location: Visalia/Tulare/Hanford, CA

Department: Social Sciences

General Description

Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. Sequoias Community College District provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career, and technical programs for our students. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, who are dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, and who have a passion for student success.

College of the Sequoias Community College District accepts applications for part‑time adjunct faculty pools to teach Sociology within its Social Science Department continuously. Screening committees will conduct the screening of candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview. If the department does not have an immediate need to add candidates to their pool, applications remain in the queue for consideration until the need arises, or for one year in active status.

Part‑Time Adjunct Faculty Assignments

Part‑time adjunct faculty assignments may include weekend and/or evening classes at the Visalia Campus, the Hanford Educational Center, or the Tulare College Center.

Part‑time adjunct faculty positions are temporary positions and do not accrue rights to tenure.

Commitment to Equity

Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and values candidates who have the ability to serve students from diverse academic, cultural, socioeconomic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those students who have been historically underrepresented in higher education. Sequoias community college district seeks to promote and maintain an environment that is built on mutual respect and free from discrimination by employing faculty members who are equity‑minded, collegial, and guided by their dedication to helping students achieve their educational goals. Ideal candidates will share the district's commitment to be knowledgeable about and implement equitable learning and teaching methods appropriate to serve students from all backgrounds, demographics, and experiences.

Job Duties

Under the general direction of a dean or director, adjunct faculty will provide comprehensive classroom instruction to community college students. The majority of our departments require the ability to teach face‑to‑face classes. Adjusted class materials may come from the institution's Academic Catalog. Adjunct faculty will also be expected to collect and submit data on student learning objectives as needed.

Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for all disciplines may be found within the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges.

Application Procedure

• A completed online application;
• A cover letter which states your qualifications for the position;
• A resume;
• Equity Narrative (included in the online application).
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire);
• Equivalency: If claiming equivalency, the completed equivalency documents must be attached.

Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

College of the Sequoias does not sponsor H‑1B visas.

EEO Statement

College of the Sequoias Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The district's policy ensures that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity and are not subject to discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of ethnicity, race, gender, color, language, accent, citizenship status, ancestry national origin, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, transgender status, parental status, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

To Apply

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/cos/jobs/3890849/z-part-time-adjunct-faculty-pool-sociology