Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Associate; Part-time Instructor Pool

Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2022 - 2023

Mira Costa College

For full details and to apply, go to application page.

Type Of Assignment

Assignment Category:
Temporary Assignment

Position Details

The college is accepting applications to build a pool of instructors for possible future part‑time assignments at all locations. The department chairperson or designee will review applications as vacancies become available.

Instructors may be assigned to any campus or authorized facility. Assignments may include days, evenings, or weekends.

Applications are valid through June 30, 2023, at which time they will expire. A new posting for this pool will be posted on July 1, 2023, and those still interested will need :

- reapply at that time.

Vaccination Requirement

Mira Costa College requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 in order to promote a safe and healthful workplace for employees and the campus community. As of August 23, 2021, all employees must submit proof of vaccination or receive approval for a medical or religious exemption before their start date. For more information, visit COVID‑Vaccination Requirements.

Compensation

Compensation is based on education. To view the current Associate (part‑time) Faculty Salary Schedule, please select “Salary Schedules” to the left on the navigation bar. Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks.

Application Procedure

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in the interdisciplinary area.
• OR master’s in one of the disciplines included in the interdisciplinary area (Humanities, Art, English, Music, Philosophy, History, Film Studies, Dance, Drama/Theatre Arts, Religious Studies, Ethnic Studies, Women’s Studies) with upper‑division or graduate coursework of at least 12 units in one, or 18 units total from two or more, of the other constituent disciplines.
• OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area.
• OR the equivalent*.
• AND demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Applicants wishing to claim equivalence to the minimum qualifications should follow the instructions and guidelines at Equivalency Instructions.

Desirable Qualifications

Basic function:
Under direction, plan, organize and teach assigned courses in an instructional field or discipline in accordance with approved course outlines, education code requirements and faculty contract provisions; provide feedback and guidance to students and evaluate student performance; and perform related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and develop instructional materials including presentations, lectures, demonstrations, homework assignments, laboratory exercises and project assignments consistent with approved course outlines; teach courses utilizing sound pedagogical methods and instructional strategies appropriate to communicating subject matter to students to meet learning objectives; modify, as necessary, instructional methods to meet diverse student needs; participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation of student learning outcomes (SLOs);
  
  use available instructional technologies (internet, online learning and interactive technologies) to enrich and facilitate student learning; participate in the review and selection of textbooks and other student materials for assigned courses.
• Provide prompt feedback on student assignments; evaluate student performance fairly and consistently; assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with district standards, policies and procedures; submit and post grades and other records following appropriate procedures by established deadlines.
• Be available to students by telephone, email, course learning management system, or personal conference to answer questions and provide encouragement and assistance in completing course assignments and projects; meet scheduled meeting and office hours as established for assigned courses; maintain a flexible schedule to meet student needs; refer students…