Instructor In Chicano Studies; Part-Time Pool

Overview

Instructor In Chicano Studies (Part-Time Pool) – Ventura County Community College District

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

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Location: Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA

Department: Districtwide

Closing:

Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor (Non-Contract/Temporary) provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational objectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Code sections 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.

The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement.

The district is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in employment practices that discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes; provide timely feedback to student inquiries in class, online, or during office hours.
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
• Maintain current records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials in collaboration with discipline faculty; order instructional materials to ensure timely delivery.
• Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in light of new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization.
• Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course.
• May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes.
• May attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings; may participate in articulation and matriculation related activities.
• May provide work direction to others; perform related duties as assigned.
• E = Essential duties

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.

Master's degree in Chicano Studies OR Ethnic Studies OR the equivalent OR possession of an appropriate California Community College Credential. All coursework must be from a recognized accredited…