Ethnic Studies Assistant Professor

Position Summary

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position;

assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

We align ourselves with the original visions of the Third World Liberation Front and are committed to building a relevant education that is grounded in community, accountability, and solidarity. We seek faculty members who have experience utilizing Native/Indigenous pedagogies and epistemologies in curriculum and instruction, including community/project/land-based learning and a proven record of supporting student learning through culturally sustaining, trauma-informed, and decolonial instructional practices.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching Native American/Indigenous Studies and Comparative Ethnic Studies in a community college or similar setting, particularly to adult learners, returning students, and students from non-traditional backgrounds. They will be joining a ZTC (zero textbook cost) department dedicated to breaking down institutional barriers to higher education and share Cosumnes River College's commitment to educating our diverse student population.

We seek faculty members who are themselves the life-long learners and independent thinkers we wish our students to become. We are looking for educators who are creative and responsible in their use of time and resources, who possess a clear vision for creating a democratic learning environment, and who can translate that vision into practice.

Position Salary Information:

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per theLos Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step
8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

* Introduction to Ethnic Studies

* African American Studies

* Chicana/o/x Studies or Latinx Studies

* Native American Studies

* Asian American Studies

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

* ARC Programs and Majors

* CRC Programs and Majors

* FLC Programs and Majors

* SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, Asian-American Studies, or Native American/ American Indian Studies OR Master's in Ethnic Studies OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026.

* Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

* Los Rios…