Computer Science Instructor - Part-time Adjunct

Kern Community College District

Salary: $67.00 hourly

Job Type: Temporary – Adjunct

Job Number: FY

Location: Porterville, CA

Department: Office of Instruction

Kern Community College District accepts applications for part-time, hourly faculty on a continuous basis. The starting salary range is $67.00 per hour; the rate may vary based on assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. The position is to staff part-time adjunct roles as needed for the  academic year.

• Master’s degree in computer science or computer engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in either of those fields
  * and* a Master’s in mathematics, cybernetics, business administration, accounting or engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
  * and* a Master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration
• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics
  * and* a Master’s in cybernetics, engineering, mathematics, or business administration
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the above
  * and* a Master’s degree in information science, computer information systems, or information systems (or equivalent)

Certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications. Candidates must submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCY form with supporting documents.

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

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying skills, motivations, and 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

• Completed Online Application for Employment form
• Current resume
• Copy of legible transcripts
• Letter of interest (cover letter)
• List of 5 professional references (entered in online application)

Applicants must redact or remove any personally identifiable information (Social Security Number, Date of Birth, photos) from all documents submitted.

Applicants with degrees from outside the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a NACES or ACEI member and submit the evaluation with the online application.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Human Resources to make arrangements.

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 perceived characteristics per federal, state or local law.

Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization must be established at the time of application.

The District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

All applicants must apply online at  Emails will not be accepted.