Part-Time Instructor of Animal Science - School of Agriculture - Modesto Junior College 2026-2027
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Education / Teaching
Academic, University Professor, College Lecturer
Part-Time Instructor of Animal Science
- School of Agriculture
- Modesto Junior College
Modesto Junior College (MJC) is seeking a part-time faculty member in Animal Science. The ideal candidate will share MJC's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. MJC currently serves about 24,000 students annually, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations, with the following breakdown: 53.5% Hispanic, 35.1% White, 4.9% Asian, 3.4% African-American/Black, 1.4% Filipino, 0.5% Native American, 1.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% Multiracial/Other (MJC Office of Institutional Effectiveness: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
MJC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the college has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The successful candidate will join the School of Agriculture, one of California's most established and respected agricultural programs. MJC's Animal Science program provides students with hands-on, applied training for careers in animal production, management, and related agricultural industries.
The successful candidate will join a department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through strategies geared toward student equity and applied agricultural learning. Faculty within the School of Agriculture provide students with interdisciplinary opportunities that align with industry standards and regional workforce needs.
Position Information
Job Title
- Part-Time Instructor of Animal Science
- School of Agriculture
- Modesto Junior College
Site:
- Modesto Junior College
Salary Range / Other
- The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94
Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)
Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.
Benefits
- Not Eligible for Benefits:
With the exception of Workers' Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District's benefit programs.
Position Summary Information
Scope of Assignment
- The successful candidate will join a department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through strategies geared toward student equity and applied agricultural learning. Faculty within the School of Agriculture provide students with interdisciplinary opportunities that align with industry standards and regional workforce needs.
Minimum Qualifications - MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree(s) or higher and two years of professional experience, or an Associate's degree(s) and six years of professional experience. Professional experience required must be directly related to teaching assignment.
Determined by California State Chancellor's Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable
Minimum Qualifications .
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:https://_procedures
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.
PHYSICALANDMENTALSTANDARDSMobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about office, classroom, laboratory, and livestock environments, and reach above and below desk or equipment level.
Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle papers, tools, or agricultural instruments, and write and take notes.
Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, tools, animal equipment, or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Visual Requirements: close and distance vision sufficient to read files, documents, computer screens, and observe livestock and field activities; ability to adjust focus frequently.
Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and communicate in person in indoor and outdoor environments.
Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions, manage safety, concentrate, and meet deadlines while maintaining frequent contact with students, colleagues, and community members.
* Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Desirable Qualifications - DESIRABLECHARACTERISTICSAbility to develop curriculum and services that stress innovation, experiential learning, and student equity.
Enthusiasm for agriculture, animal science, and mentoring students through applied, hands-on experiences.
Commitment to supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners.
Participation in professional growth and staying current in animal science, livestock…
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