Part-Time Earth Sciences​/Geology​/Oceanography Instructor; Pool

Position Title

Part-Time Earth Sciences/Geology/Oceanography Instructor (Pool)

West Valley College

PART-TIME, ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL
Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as‑needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

This position is a part‑time position as an Associate Instructor. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture‑discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on‑line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley‑Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT 6554.

Work location:

West Valley College, Saratoga, CA

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

The successful applicant should be able to teach the following college‑level courses in the Physical Sciences Department:

• Earth Science with Lab
• Historical Geology
• Historical Geology Lab
• Physical Geology
• Physical Geology Laboratory
• Oceanography
• Oceanography Laboratory

Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following:

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in‑class or on‑line/distance education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on‑line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
• 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 information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ 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 that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

• Perform duties associated with instruction and assessing student progress in relation to identified student learning outcomes.
• Participate in departmental and college‑wide functions such as committee work, staff meetings, curriculum development, and assessment of student learning outcomes.

• Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley‑Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
• All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.
• Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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