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Part-Time Chemistry Instructor

West Valley-Mission Community College District

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Definition:
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.

Assignment:
This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor in Chemistry. 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 Local 6554).

Work location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA

Salary and Benefits:
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 $34,143-$55,099 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Education - Possess any one of the following:

• Masters degree in chemistry; OR


• Bachelors degree in chemistry or biochemistry AND masters degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology, or geochemistry; OR


• A valid California Community College Instructors Credential in chemistry; OR


• The equivalent of the above.

AND

2. 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.

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

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class 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.

For more information on this position and to apply, please visit our website at the following link: wvm.peopleadmin.com

Applicants who, due to a disability, require accommodations to complete the application, testing or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (408) 741-2174 to arrange for assistance.

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.