Part-Time Kinesiology Instructor; Pool

Position Information

Position Title:

Associate Instructor – Kinesiology

Position /19-801

POOL

Campus:
Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

PART‑TIME , ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL – This part‑time position is for an Associate Instructor teaching lecture‑discussion courses in day, evening, Saturday, or online/distance education formats during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters.

The assignment may require teaching lecture‑discussion courses during daytime, evening, or on Saturday and/or in an on‑line/distance education format. Work location is Mission College, Santa Clara, CA. This position is represented by the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554).

Salary is a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load, prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $36,191 – $52,297 per semester. Benefits are as per the West Valley‑Mission Community College District policy.

• Education – Possess any one of the following:
  • Master’s degree in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND a master’s degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy; OR
  • A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Kinesiology; OR
  • The equivalent of the above.
• Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio‑economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

• Experience in teaching a variety of classes at the community college level.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation for in‑class or on‑line/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, and consultation with students outside of class or online.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit attendance rosters and grade reports when due.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per section.
• Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the member’s area of expertise.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual.

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the college’s mission and instructional activities.

• Complete the online West Valley‑Mission Community College District application, resume, unofficial transcripts, and any requested licenses or certificates.
• All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
• Supervisor name(s) and telephone numbers must be included.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Do NOT send unrequested materials; they will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment.
• The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

• Provide a copy of transcripts if a minimum requirement is possession of a degree; otherwise, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements.
• Degrees must be awarded by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Council on Post‑Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.
• Foreign degrees must include official…