Job Details

Adjunct Faculty Recruitment

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. 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:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Comparative Literature, Composition, Linguistics, Speech, Creative Writing, or Journalism; OR
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline and twelve (12) semester units in teaching reading; OR
• Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject of the course; OR
• The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications:

Equivalency: If you do not possess the exact degrees listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a "Request for Equivalency Form" (link to the left) and attach it during the application process. Foreign Degree: 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, Full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject of the course.

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: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO 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:

• Newly hired faculty members are required to submit official transcripts.
• All new SDCCD employees must provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment, and must renew the certificate every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment.
• Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Posting Number AJ00383 Supplemental Questions