Part Time Ethnic Studies Instructor

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-Time Faculty members to provide high-quality instruction and student support in accordance with the Districts mission of advancing equity student success and academic excellence. Part-time faculty are responsible for delivering engaging inclusive instruction that promotes student learning and achievement while supporting the diverse educational goals of the Districts students.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day evening weekend online or hybrid classes at any of the Districts colleges.

Examples of duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines and student learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver effective student-centered instruction using evidence-based teaching practices.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi instructional materials assignments and assessments.
• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner and maintain accurate academic records.
• Submit grades and other required reports by established deadlines.
• Create an inclusive respectful and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Utilize the Districts learning management system and other instructional technologies as appropriate.
• Comply with District policies collective bargaining agreements accreditation standards and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Participate in department meetings professional development and other college activities as appropriate for part-time faculty.

• Possession of a Masters degree in the ethnic studies field OR
• Possession of a masters degree in American Studies/Ethnicity Latino Studies La Raza Studies Central American Studies Latin American Studies Cross Cultural Studies Race and Ethnic Relations Asian-American Studies or African-American Studies OR
• The equivalent OR
• Possession of aMasters degree in the interdisciplinary area OR
• Possession of a Masters degree in one of the disciplines included in the interdisciplinary area and upper division or graduate course work in at least one other constituent discipline
• Understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges students faculty staff and community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as established by the California Community Colleges Chancellors Office. Applicants are required to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications by submitting official or unofficial transcripts and providing a complete and detailed record of relevant professional work experience in their application materials.

The District will review education and work history to determine whether minimum qualifications are met. Determinations are made in accordance with Title 5 regulations and District procedures. Official transcripts and additional verification of employment willbe required upon offer of employment.

If experience is required in lieu of a masters degree:

For disciplines requiring a degree and professional experience applicants must clearly describe how their education and work experience meet the stated minimum qualifications.

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly may apply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made through a separate review process in accordance with District procedures.

The Equivalency Committee will consider onlythose applicants who formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the Completed Equivalency Request Form. The form should be submitted to before the application close date. Be sure to attach detailed evidence such as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support the equivalency.

In order to be considered for this position you must submit the following:
1. An application.
2. A cover letter discussing methods theories or technologies especially relevant to your teaching style and describing any qualifications not evident in your resume or curriculum vitae.
3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background and experience.
4. Transcripts

All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your degree/coursework is from a college or university outside of the United States you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can be found at Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

Please note the Districts preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application and check your e-mail frequently including your spam and junk folders.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions is contingent upon: 1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprint clearance; and 4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential. 5) receipt of work verification required to meet minimum qualifications (if applicable).