Part-Time Sociology Instructor; Pool

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Title:

Part‑Time Sociology Instructor (Pool)

Campus:
West Valley‑Mission Community College District (All Campuses)

Part‑time, associate faculty pool. Applications for Part‑Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as‑needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Position is part‑time as an Associate Instructor. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on‑line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT 6554.

Work location:

West Valley College, Saratoga, CA OR Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $34,143 – $49,337 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

• Education – Possess any one of the following:
• Bachelor’s in sociology AND master’s degree in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work, or psychology; OR
• A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Sociology; OR
• The equivalent of the above.

AND

Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Not applicable

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in‑class or on‑line/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on‑line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week, at 0.5 hours per week per section.
• Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Other duties as assigned.

• Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: a completed online application; resume; unofficial copies of transcripts;
  District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
• All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
• Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will not be used for consideration of employment.
• The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form…