Chemistry Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool
Company: Kern Comunity College District
Location: Porterville
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Basic Function
Please Note: Kern Community College District accepts applications
for part-time, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This
allows the division to contact qualified applicants immediately, if
a need arises without having to wait for a period of time to
advertise. If there is an interest and/or need within the specific
department, applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be
contacted by respective department supervisors, deans and/or
division chairs. Applications submitted will remain active for up
to two years.
Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for
part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is
$60.00/hour; Hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and
the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. For more information,
refer to the CCA collective bargaining agreement or your college HR
office.
Representative Duties
This is for an adjunct pool that will be used to staff part-time
adjunct positions for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 academic years.
Duties may consist of assignments in the fall and/or spring
semesters as well as the program's extended summer session.
The successful candidate will be expected to instruct in discipline
or discipline areas in which he/she has specific training and/or
competence. This assignment may include teaching at off-campus
sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes,
distance learning and multiple teaching methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's in chemistry;
OR - Bachelor's in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master's in
biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics,
molecular biology, or geochemistry;
OR- Possession of a valid credential which authorizes full-time
teaching of Chemistry at the California Community College
level;
OR- The equivalent. Certain combinations of education, experience,
and other accomplishments in the field may be judged as equal to
the stated minimum qualifications for these positions. Candidates
who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request
and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form. Supporting
documents must be included with the completed form. 2020 Minimum
Qualifications Handbook Faculty and Administration in California
Community Colleges
AND- A demonstrated sensitivity to students with diverse academic,
socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with
disabilities.
Note: Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions
(Title V Section 53406). Any degree from a country other than the
United States, including Canada and Great Britain, must be
evaluated by an evaluation service.
Note: The screening of candidates will be conducted by a screening
committee. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the
number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications
for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.
Knowledge and Abilities
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate that they are
broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline.
In addition, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate
the following knowledge and abilities: Commitment to student
learning.
* Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in
an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and
service to a diverse student population;
* Demonstrate versatility in instructional methodology and
versatility in serving a diverse student population;
* Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of
skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
* Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via
different modalities;
* Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities
with local schools, colleges and universities;
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing;
* Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;
* Ability to assess student learning outcomes;
* Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new
technologies that would benefit the program;
* Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college
mission;
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Completed application packet must include:
Completed Online Application for Employment form
Current resume
Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
Statement of personal philosophy of teaching
Copy of legible transcripts
Copy of sample syllabi
List of five (5) professional references Listed on application
form
It is the applicant's responsibility to redact (or remove) any
personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This
includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of
the applicant.
Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or
universities outside of the United States must have their
coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member
of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
(NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI).
A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line
application.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in
the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the
necessary arrangements. . EEO Plan 2021-2024
Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff
diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The
District encourages a diverse pool of applicants 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 because he/she is perceived to have one or more of
the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a
person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived
characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or
practices. Discrimination Free Work Environment
The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work
in the United States. Work authorization should be established at
the time of application submission.
Prorated sick leave.
This position is eligible for the ACA health benefits at employee
expense.
For a detailed list of benefit eligibility please visit our
Benefits Website
Agency Kern Community College District
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