Instructor in Physics​/Astronomy; Part-Time Pool

Overview

Instructor in Physics/Astronomy (Part-Time Pool) – Ventura County Community College District. Salary:
See Position Description. Job Type: Part-Time Faculty. Job Number: .

Location:

Districtwide (Ventura County CA). Department:
Districtwide. Closing:
Open until filled.

We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for future consideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at any of our three colleges (Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura). Applications submitted to this pool will be kept on file for the Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters and may be considered if a vacancy becomes available within the academic year. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.

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 diversity and inclusivity. It does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics in employment or education.

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills through assignments and activities in various 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 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 to maximize student learning; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
• Maintain current records of enrollment, attendance, progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials in collaboration with discipline faculty; order materials to ensure timely delivery.
• Revise and update course content and materials in line with new theory and developments; update syllabi and collaborate with faculty to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators.
• May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes; may attend committees and department/college meetings; may participate in articulation and matriculation 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.

Required qualifications include one of the following: (a) Master’s in physics,…