Earth Sciences Instructor Pool-Part-Time

Earth Sciences Instructor Pool – Part‑Time

Position Number: 2016612FT

Location:

Fullerton College

Department: FC Natural Sciences

Percentage of Employment:
Part‑Time

Work Schedule:

Varies

The Earth Sciences Department / Natural Sciences Division is seeking adjunct instructors to teach a variety of courses ranging from geology to meteorology to climate science. Most courses are intended for general education non‑major students with a small portion of Earth Science or Geology majors. The department has a variety of equipment and samples for geology and oceanography to use for demonstrations or hands‑on experiences.

Currently, lecture courses are available with the possibility of lab and field courses in the future.

Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submitted from accredited postsecondary institutions. Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required.

• Master’s in geology, geophysics, earth sciences, meteorology, oceanography, or paleontology OR Bachelor’s in geology AND Master’s in geography, physics, or geochemistry
• Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area
• Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.
• Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practices within the classroom.

• Experience teaching undergraduate Earth Science courses for non‑majors.
• Experience in incorporating student‑centered learning strategies and active learning pedagogy.
• Commitment to examine, reflect, and modify instructional, relational, and classroom practices in order to effectively engage and support disproportionately impacted student populations with the goal of closing equity gaps.

Salary Range: $1572.67 – $1725.85 per lecture unit rate, $1572.67 – $1725.85 per lab parity unit rate, $1258.16 – $1380.60 per lab unit rate.

Open Date: 05/28/2026

Close Date: 05/27/2027

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