Geography​/Geographic Information Systems; GIS Instructor Pool

Geography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Instructor Applicant Pool

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We are now accepting applications for the Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous recruitment for department assignments. Please review application material requirements carefully to ensure successful submission. Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received.

• Assume leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole.
• Commitment to serving the needs of the student, department, college, and community.
• Collaborate across disciplines and utilize student support resources.
• Participate in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities.
• Participate in curriculum and program development.
• Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

• Create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction.
• Effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
• Adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of each individual and class; self‑reflect and respond to evidence‑based assessment of student learning.
• Demonstrate experience and commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process, including interactive technologies for on‑campus and online courses.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Geography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• OR Master’s in geography.
• OR Bachelor’s in geography AND Master’s in geology, history, meteorology, or oceanography.
• OR Master’s in one of the disciplines included in the interdisciplinary area AND upper‑division or graduate coursework in at least one other constituent discipline (Earth Science and Geography).
• OR equivalency: official transcript documenting successful completion of any Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education AND official transcripts documenting successful completion of 24 semester units in the discipline at the upper‑division and graduate level, a minimum of which must be 12 graduate‑level semester units. See Applying Through Equivalency for forms and information.

Hiring committees review all complete, qualified application packets. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. A teaching demonstration may be required at the interview stage.

• Assignments may include Monday through Friday (day and evening) and Saturday classes.
• Adjunct Salary Rate:
  Starting at $88.30 per hour (link to Academic Adjunct Salary Schedule).
• Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential/transcripts, background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, proof of eligibility to work in the United States (College of the Canyons hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States), and Board of Trustees approval as required.

All materials listed below are required to be considered for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply online by visiting our website at Jobs at COC
. All application materials must be uploaded online or received by the Human Resources Department, located in the University Center, Suite 360, College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, California 91355. If you require assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at  or for hearing impaired TTY/TDD .

• Current detailed resume summarizing education and experience.
• Two (2) letters of professional reference. One formal, signed teaching evaluation may be substituted for one (1) letter of reference.
• Each document must be dated within the last five years and have an original signature (fancy font type signatures are not…