Part-Time History Instructor; Pool

Position Title:

Part‑Time History Instructor (Pool)

PART‑TIME, ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL. This position is a part‑time position as an Associate Instructor in History. The teaching assignment may require lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on‑line/distance education format. Assignments are as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation for in‑class or on‑line/distance activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on‑line, and maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit attendance rosters and grade reports when due.
• Follow course outlines filed in the instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week (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 instructed in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for 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 respect for the dignity of each individual.

• Education – Possess any one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree in history AND master’s degree in political science, humanities, geography, area studies, women’s studies, social science, or ethnic studies; or
  • A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in history; or
  • The equivalent of the above.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Submit online all required materials, including:
  • Completed online West Valley‑Mission Community College District application
  • Resume
  • Unofficial copies of transcripts
  • District Equivalency Application, if applicable
  • 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 be removed and not used for selection.
• The application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the form carefully and completely.

• Transcript submission requirements:
  • Official transcripts must be included to verify a degree; absence may result in screening as not meeting minimum requirements.
  • Degrees must be awarded by an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Council on Post‑Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
  • Foreign degrees must be accompanied by official certification of equivalency, a U.S. evaluation (course‑by‑course), and submitted with the online application.
  • If no electronic version is available, obtain a scanned copy and attach electronically.
  • Diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations, or similar documents are NOT accepted in lieu of transcripts.
  • Ensure transcripts are not encrypted, secured, or password‑protected; otherwise they will be rejected.
• Equivalency:
  Submit the District’s Equivalency Application if the degree does not match the discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications. Provide accurate course lists and do NOT attach document evaluations.

• Applications will be screened by department representatives; qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.
• Travel expenses for interview are the candidate’s responsibility.
• Applications remain in the online system for one year; part‑time pools…