Physics Adjunct Assistant Professor Job Folsom area,California USA,Education / Teaching

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position.

Responsibilities

Teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean.
Helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content.
Assessing student learning outcomes.
Maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field.
Continuing professional development.
Utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties.
Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.
Assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review.
Serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities.
Assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean.
Fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step
1). For more information on the step placement process, please see the contract details.

Instructional Assignment

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

PS 302 Introduction to Physical Science
PHYS 310 Conceptual Physics
PHYS 312 Conceptual Physics Laboratory
PHYS 350 General Physics
PHYS 360 General Physics

For a complete list of courses for this discipline, see the Programs and Majors webpage.

Qualifications

Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.

Have an equity‑minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Before You Apply

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents

Los Rios Community College District Application

Letter of Interest

Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)

Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered.
Previously granted equivalency in the discipline applying for must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment for a replacement copy.

Transcript Requirements

Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency.
Foreign transcripts are not accepted. For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation.
Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency.
If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, separate transcripts for each degree must be included.
Transcripts must clearly identify the institution's name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight or circle this information.
Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (conferral date) or in progress.
If the degree is in…