Political Science Associate; Part-time Instructor Pool

Overview

Political Science Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2023 - 2024
Mira Costa College

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Type of Assignment:
Assignment Category:
Temporary Assignment

COVID-19 vaccination:
Mira Costa College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with exemptions possible for medical or religious reasons. See the college vaccination requirements page for details.

Residency requirement:
Mira Costa College Board Policy 7800 requires associate faculty to maintain residency within California within 200 road miles of the district worksite (except fully online assignments). The district may consider temporary waivers for up to 12 consecutive months on a case-by-case basis.

Compensation: $83.03 to $96.25 per hour, based on education. View current salary schedules at the Mira Costa jobs site. Direct deposit is required.

• 1. An application.
• 2. A cover letter discussing teaching methods, theories, or technologies relevant to your teaching style and qualifications not evident in your resume or CV.
• 3. A resume/CV summarizing educational background and experience.
• 4. Transcripts (ALL college degrees/coursework). Unofficial copies are acceptable if they indicate conferral.
• If you do not possess the exact degree major(s), you may submit an equivalency narrative and documentation. See equivalency instructions for details.

All degrees and units must be from accredited postsecondary institutions. If your degree is from outside the United States, submit a detailed foreign transcript evaluation. See links in the full posting for guidance.

Additional documents if needed to meet minimum qualifications: a copy of lifetime California Community College credential (front and back) if applicable.

Interview and offer conditions:
Offers are contingent upon (1) proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption; (2) current TB test clearance; (3) eligibility to work in the United States; (4) fingerprint clearance; (5) official transcripts or valid CCC credential. Vaccination definitions are detailed in the posting.

Required evidence must show degree title, major, and date awarded.:

• Master’s degree in political science, government, or international relations.
• OR bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND master’s degree in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, J.D., or LL.B.
• OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area.
• OR the equivalent.*

AND have sensitivity to and understanding of diverse student backgrounds.

* Equivalency instructions are available at the college website.

Not specified beyond the minimum qualifications; see posting for specific needs.

Basic function:
Plan, organize and teach assigned courses in accordance with approved outlines, code requirements, and faculty contract provisions; provide feedback and evaluate student performance; perform related duties.

Other Duties:
Stay current in the discipline; may lead field trips or related events; perform related…