Part-Time Instructor of Ethnic Studies - School of Behavioral and Social Sciences - Modesto

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Part-Time Instructor of Ethnic Studies – School of Behavioral and Social Sciences, Modesto Junior College

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Modesto Junior College

The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94

Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $128.22

Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)

Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Not Eligible for Benefits:
With the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District’s benefit programs.

The successful candidate will join an Ethnic Studies department that continues to develop curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies aimed at improving student equity.

• Master’s in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native American/American Indian Studies
• OR Master’s in Ethnic Studies
• OR the equivalent
• Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications.
• The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below:
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• Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

• Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting: occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: close vision for reading, computer work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak on the telephone and in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others; frequent deadlines.

* Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity.
• Enthusiasm for the learning process.
• Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Participate in professional growth and remain current in subject area and major state initiatives.
• Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity.
• Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success.
• Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and engagement in community affairs.

• Education and/or experience in teaching Ethnic Studies survey courses at the community college level.
• Current knowledge of and demonstrated use of current teaching pedagogies.
• Understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at course, program, and degree levels.
• Experience with minority student populations and equity in the classroom.
• Evidence of culturally responsive teaching in Ethnic Studies.
• Knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional practices.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays.

• Teaching lower-division college courses in Ethnic Studies
• Advancing equitable student learning through exemplary instruction by established course outlines
• Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements
• Preparing and grading assignments and examinations, and informing students of academic progress
• Maintaining attendance and scholastic records and submitting them according…