Part-Time French Instructor; Pool

Position Title:

Part-Time French Instructor (Pool)

Part‑time, Associate Faculty Pool – teaching lecture‑discussion courses in day, evening, Saturday, or online/distance formats across Spring, Summer and Fall semesters. Represents the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT/AFT Local 6554).

Work location:

Mission College, Santa Clara, CA.

Salary prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $36,191–$52,297 per semester; up to 67% of a full‑time load.

• Education – possession of:
  Master’s in French; or Bachelor’s in French and Master’s in another language/linguistics; or equivalent; or a valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in French.
• Understanding of, and sensitivity to, diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious, cultural, disability and sexual orientation backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

• Experience teaching French language and culture at a community college level.
• Teaching, training, and/or cultural life experiences enabling you to mentor students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, student groups and college support services.
• Solid knowledge of English, written and spoken.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation of in‑class or online/distance activities, evaluation of student work, and consultation outside of class.
• Maintain accurate class records and submit attendance rosters and grade reports on time.
• Follow course outlines and maintain a written syllabus at the beginning of each course.
• Maintain office hours (.5 hours per week per section).
• Observe, support and enforce district and college regulations, policies and programs.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for counseling and other services.
• Assist students with academic requirements and provide advice for successful achievement.
• Work cooperatively within the college community, fostering an environment free from harassment, prejudice and bias.

• Applications screened by department representatives; qualified applicants contacted for interview.
• Travel expenses for interview are the candidate’s responsibility.
• Applications remain in the online system for 1 year; part‑time pools refreshed annually.
• Application materials become the property of the District.
• Upon hire, candidate must provide required documents of identity, authorization to work and official transcripts.
• District does not provide visa sponsorship.

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West Valley‑Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

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• Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 1
• Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 2