Adjunct Instructor, Political Science; Dual Enrollment Focus

Adjunct Instructor, Political Science (Dual Enrollment Focus)

Los Medanos College seeks a part‑time adjunct instructor in Political Science. Candidates must be able to teach fully in‑person in the Pittsburg/Brentwood area and be interested in teaching at both college and high school (dual enrollment) sites. Dual Enrollment sections are currently scheduled at Heritage High School in Brentwood, CA and take place in the afternoons on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August through December.

Initial salary placement for full‑time, tenure‑track positions is based on academic degree(s), units earned, teaching experience and/or qualifying professional experience and ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (up to $132K). Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87–128.97 per hour (up to $151.16). Counseling, Librarian, Disabilities Specialist pay rate is $51.37–87.77 per hour (up to $100.65).

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules.
• Create and maintain an environment that emphasizes learning and encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking.
• Evaluate student progress and grading, maintain accurate academic records.
• Meet with students outside of class and maintain professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in subject matter areas and fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Master’s in political science, government, or international relations OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, ethnic studies, Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) OR equivalent. Submit master degree equivalency form if required.
• Interest in teaching at high school sites (dual enrollment).
• Demonstrated commitment to student learning and promotion of success for all students.
• Sensitivity to and ability to motivate and teach community college students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, preparation learning styles and/or disabilities.
• Commitment to professional growth, development and innovation.

Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). District‑paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include:
Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance, Dental and vision, Flexible spending plan, Life and long‑term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Deferred compensation (403b and 457), Sabbatical leave.

Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants will be invited to campus visit. Interview and demonstration will be conducted. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts and pass required background checks.

Los Medanos College is an Equal Employment Opportunity institution. We welcome the application from families and students of diverse ethnic, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. All qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity.