Chemistry Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - ESCC

Kern Community College District
Salary: $67.00 Hourly
Job Type: Temporary – Adjuncts
Job Number: FY21-22-00445
Location: CC - ESCC, Bishop/Mammoth, CA
Department: Science (SCI)

We are seeking part‑time, hourly adjunct instructors to teach Chemistry courses across a range of modalities including classroom, distance learning, and evening or weekend classes. The position may involve teaching at multiple campus sites.

• Teach a full range of Chemistry courses, including large classes and specialized topics.
• Design, develop, and revise curriculum and course materials.
• Utilize computer and multimedia technology to enhance instruction.
• Participate in student recruitment, transfer articulation, and other departmental and college professional activities.
• Maintain subject‑matter currency and demonstrate sensitivity to a diverse student body.

• Master’s degree in chemistry.
• OR bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry
  * and* a master’s degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, molecular biology, or geochemistry.
• OR possession of a valid credential authorizing full‑time teaching of Chemistry at the California Community College level.
• OR equivalent credentials or demonstrated experience judged as equal to the stated minimum qualifications. Submit an Application for Equivalence if applicable.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

• Ability to collaborate harmoniously with colleagues and foster an innovative, inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to engage students with varying skills, motivations, and goals.
• Experience developing curriculum for multiple modes of delivery.
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with schools, colleges, and universities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in maintaining subject‑matter currency and assessing student learning outcomes.
• Knowledge of computers and willingness to employ new technologies that benefit the program.
• Commitment to the California community college mission.

The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender or gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.