Working Title: Adjunct Faculty
Location: District Wide
Pay Information: You may view the current salary schedule by clicking here. At the time that an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluations (if applicable). Instructors with advanced coursework shall be placed on the appropriate class and step on the Adjunct College Salary Schedules, effective the first month following receipt (in People, Culture, and Technology Services) of the official transcripts. Initial salary placement will be at the first class/step until official transcripts have been submitted.
FLSA Status: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type: Adjunct
Bargaining Unit: AFT/College Faculty
Department: District Wide
The Position: This discipline includes these areas: Film making/video; media production; Radio, Television and Film; Digital Media Production; Digital Film Production.
NOTE: The San Diego Community College District accepts applications for adjunct (part-time/substitute) positions for our three college campuses (City, Mesa, Miramar) and various continuing education centers on a continuous basis. However, it does not necessarily imply there are immediate openings. If you meet the required minimum qualifications, your application will be included in the adjunct pool for possible assignments in the fall, spring, and/or summer semesters of the academic year. Hiring departments utilize the adjunct pool when there is a need and will contact you directly should you possess the qualifications they are seeking. Applications are purged approximately one year from submittal, at which time you will receive an automated e-mail notice to re-apply if you wish to remain in the pool.
Part-time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part-time positions are as-needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to San Diego. Assignments may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus classes.
Major Responsibilities
- Primary duties of adjunct faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Adjunct instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.
- Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
- Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
- Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
- Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
- Teach all scheduled classes.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Any Bachelor’s degree AND two (2) years of professional experience directly related to the area of assignment; OR
- Any Associate degree AND six (6) years of professional experience directly related to the area of assignment; OR
- The equivalent; AND
- Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
Desired Qualifications
If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process.
Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.
Licenses/Certificates/Credentials
[If possess] California Community College Instructor Credential in Communication Services and Related Technologies (valid for life)
Commitment to Diversity
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Conditions: Variable, depending on assignment.
Conditions of Employment
- Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
- Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); AND
- Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Additional Information
Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Posting Number: 00185
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- If other, please specify. (Open Ended Question)
- * MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The questions that follow will assist in determining if you meet the required minimum qualifications to teach in this discipline. If you do not meet any of these qualifications or you have a/an equivalent foreign degree(s) to any of the qualifications above, please respond to applicable questions below.
- * 1. Do you possess any Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution AND two (2) years of experience? -OR-
- * 2. Do you possess any Associate degree AND six (6) years of experience? -OR-
- * 3. Do you possess a California Community College Instructor Credential (valid for life) in Communication Services and Related Technologies?
- * FOREIGN DEGREES: Do you possess an equivalent foreign degree(s) needed to meet the required minimum qualifications to teach in this discipline? If you do, you must have a "professional" equivalency evaluation to attach.
- * EQUIVALENCY REQUEST (includes degrees not yet conferred): If you do not possess any of the above qualifications, you are welcome to apply on the basis of equivalency. You will need to complete a "Request for Equivalency Form" (link) to the left and attach it.
- * The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse faculty, classified professional and student population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. (Open Ended Question)
Required & Optional Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Résumé
- Curriculum Vitae
- Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)
- Licenses/Certificates/Credentials
- Equivalency Request (required if applicable)
San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
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