Instructor in Foreign Language; Focus: Spanish Part-Time at Ventura College

Overview

Instructor in Foreign Language (Initial Focus: Spanish) Part-Time at Ventura College

Ventura County Community College District

Location:

Ventura College (Ventura, CA). Department: VC - Academic Affairs. Job Type: Part-Time Faculty. Job Number: . Closing:
Continuous.

Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor (Non-Contact/Temporary) provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational objectives. In accordance with Education Code sections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.

The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD’s three colleges—Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College—offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement.

The district is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff dedicated to the success of all college students. VCCCD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments and activities in person, online, or distance-mediated settings. (Essential)
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services and resources as appropriate. (Essential)
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes; provide timely feedback to student inquiries in class, online, or during office hours. (Essential)
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives listed on the course outline of record. (Essential)
• Maintain current records of course enrollment, attendance, progression, curriculum, and student learning outcomes; submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. (Essential)
• Evaluate and select instructional materials in collaboration with discipline faculty; order materials to ensure timely delivery. (Essential)
• Revise and update course content and materials within the discipline as needed; update syllabi and collaborate to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators. (Essential)
• May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes. May attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings. May participate in articulation and matriculation activities. May provide work direction to others. Perform related duties as assigned. (Essential)

The minimum qualifications are those approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. The discipline’s minimum qualifications are as follows:

• Master’s in the language being taught OR Bachelor’s in the language being taught AND Master’s in another language or linguistics; OR the equivalent OR possession of an appropriate California Community College Credential.
• All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.
• If you have completed…