Physics Instructor (Temporary Part-Time Pool

Physics Instructor (Temporary Part-Time Pool)

San Francisco Community College District

Salary:
See Position Description

Location:

San Francisco, CA

Closing Date:
Continuous

The Physics Department is currently seeking part-time faculty to provide instruction in a range of physics courses, including conceptual, algebra-based, and calculus-based physics courses, and associated laboratory sections. We serve students pursuing majors in engineering, physics, computer science, life sciences, health sciences, and other STEM disciplines, as well as non-science majors completing general education requirements. The department is committed to student-centered instruction, equity-minded teaching practices, and maintaining rigorous academic and laboratory standards.

Assignments are predominantly in-person at the Ocean Campus. However, instructors may be asked to teach online or hybrid courses or to teach at the Mission Campus, depending on departmental needs. Classes are typically scheduled Monday through Friday, with assignments that may include both daytime and evening hours.

Job Duties:

• Teach assigned lecture and/or laboratory courses in physics in accordance with approved course outlines of record.
• Prepare and deliver instruction that supports diverse learning styles and promotes student engagement.
• Develop and evaluate exams, laboratory activities, and other assessments aligned with course learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate academic records and submit grades in a timely manner.
• Utilize the college's learning management system (Canvas) to post course materials, communicate with students, maintain grades, and support student engagement.
• Provide regular academic support to students through timely communication, constructive feedback on assignments, and responsiveness to student inquiries.
• Maintain safe laboratory environments consistent with institutional policies and safety regulations.
• Participate in department meetings, student learning outcomes assessments and other duties as assigned.
• Integrate appropriate instructional technologies, laboratory equipment, and data acquisition tools into coursework.
• Support and engage in an innovative culture of culturally responsive, inclusive and anti-racist practices as it relates to student success with an awareness of student equity gaps.
• Participate in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds (Required).
• Earned a Master's Degree in Physics, Astronomy or Astrophysics from an accredited institution; OR Earned a Bachelor's degree in Physics or Astronomy from an accredited institution AND earned Master's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology or Geophysics OR Hold a fully-satisfied LIFE California Community College Instructor Credential (California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990).

Desirable

Qualifications:

• Earned a Bachelor's AND a Master's/Ph.D. degree in Physics from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated experience teaching physics at the community college or university level.
• Demonstrated experience teaching both lecture and laboratory courses in algebra-based and/or calculus-based physics.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students from historically underrepresented and disproportionately impacted groups.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety standards and supervision of instructional labs.
• Demonstrated experience using instructional technology, simulation software, and/or digital data acquisition systems.
• Ability to teach in multiple modalities, including in-person, hybrid, and online formats.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students.

Benefits:

ADA Statement:
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at work restrictions to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment:
Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching…