Engineering Adjunct Instructor; TEMPORARY

Special Instructions

The Engineering Department at Diablo Valley College is seeking qualified part‑time Engineering instructors for teaching lecture and lab courses at the Pleasant Hill campus in Fall 2026 and/or future semesters.

Required Application Documents:

• Any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred).
• Résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position.
• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position.

Courses offered include Introduction to Engineering, Engineering Drawing, MATLAB, C++ Programming, Electrical Circuits, Materials Science, Thermodynamics, and Statics. Teaching assignments and courses taught may vary depending on student enrollment and the current needs of the department.

Applicants must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Engineering (or the equivalent), excellent teamwork and communication skills, and an interest in supporting a diverse student population.

Prior teaching experience is preferred; however, applicants with no prior teaching experience but a strong aptitude and interest in teaching are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have a sense of social responsibility, and a commitment to equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five campuses.

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines, and class schedules.
• Create and maintain a learning environment that encourages discussion and critical thinking.
• Evaluate student progress and grade student work.
• Meet with students outside of class.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Keep current knowledge in subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.
• Maintain accurate academic records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Master’s in any field of engineering, or
• Bachelor’s in any of the above fields AND Master’s in mathematics, physics, computer science, chemistry or geology, or
• The equivalent.

Note:

A bachelor’s in any field of engineering with a professional engineer’s license is an alternative qualification for this discipline.

• Prior teaching experience.
• Interest and/or experience in supporting a highly diverse student population.
• Good communication skills.

Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include:

• Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services.
• Dental and vision.
• Flexible spending (125) plan.
• Life and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Deferred compensation (403b and 457).
• Sabbatical leave.

Additional benefits: travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.

Foreign degrees must be evaluated by an approved NACES agency prior to the equivalency process. Evaluations after the closing date cannot be…