Part-Time Instructor of Political Science - School of Behavioral and Social Science - Modesto J

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Part-Time Instructor of Political Science - School of Behavioral and Social Science - Modesto Junior College

Modesto Junior College

The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94
Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $128.22
Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule (documented in district schedule)

Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Not Eligible for Benefits:
With the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District’s benefit programs.

The successful candidate will join a Political Science department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies geared to increase student equity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s in political science, government, or international relations OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, and any ethnic studies, Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) OR the equivalent. Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above.

For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below:
The following is considered the minimum knowledge:
Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

• Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

* Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity.
• Enthusiasm for the learning process.
• Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues.
• Participate in professional growth and remain current in subject area and major state initiatives.
• Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity.
• Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success.
• Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively.
• Personal qualifications such as effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, ability to conduct effective public presentations.

Current qualifications include: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience in teaching American Government and Politics at the community college level, with emphasis on basic skills.
• Current knowledge of American Government and Politics
• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.
• Competent in new pedagogies, such as simulations, and other methods aimed at improving student success and equity.
• Experience with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minoritized students; understanding of historical patterns of exclusion in higher education.
• Willingness to address equity in instructional and classroom practices to engage racially minoritized students.
• Experience and…