Art History Instructor, Part-Time

College of the Desert•Palm Desert, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations to join their diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community. The ideal candidate will value working in a collegial environment guided by a commitment to inclusion, student education, and equity. This role involves participating in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and courses to support student growth and the college's mission. Classes may be held at various campus locations, including Palm Desert, Indio, Mecca-Thermal, Palm Springs, and Desert Hot Springs, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekends, potentially including online synchronous and asynchronous teaching.

Requirements

Master’s in art history, history of art and architecture or visual culture/visual studies ----OR----- Bachelor’s in art history and master’s in history -----OR----- Master’s in art with a recorded emphasis or concentration in art history -----OR----- the equivalent.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Online Application: All sections of the College of the Desert District online application must be completed including education and experience.
Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start and end dates) for each employer.
Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
College Transcripts: Academic transcripts of all college level coursework showing date degree awarded from an accredited institution. For consideration, degree(s) must be awarded at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of application. Successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire.
Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation (i.e., NACES agency: www.naces.org) at the time of application. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.
List of References: References should include at least two supervisors and one colleague. Please include name, title, email and current phone numbers. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of References.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA.
Employment is contingent on residence in California.
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment.
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense.
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
A Social Security Card will be required for payroll processing.
Participate in a new hire onboarding, completing all required tasks and forms.
May be required to complete a fitness for duty physical exam based on the job description, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Advise enrolled students on such matters as: Learning skills, collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field, career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.
Provide academic assistance and related services to students during office hours.
Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.
Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.
Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.
Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours.
Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.
Participate in professional development activities.
Attend and participate in department/center meetings when assigned by the District or shared governance.
Participate in the process of shared governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district, or community activities.
Consult with Supervisor on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment, and screening/interviewing committees.
Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.

Responsibilities

Meet classes/lab on day and times assigned.
Develop and implement instruction for each class/lab period consistent with the official course outline.
Develop and distribute a written syllabus for each course within the first week of class, outlining course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies.
Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.
Ensure course textbooks and instructional materials are made available to students in a timely manner.
Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is part of the instructor’s load.
Evaluate students’ progress toward meeting course objectives; advise students of course objectives, methods of evaluation, and the results of the evaluation.
Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.
Assign grades to students in accordance with District policy, administrative procedure, and State of California regulations.
Submit grade report forms and other reporting forms (census, progress reports, attendance records, proctoring forms) in a timely and accurate manner.
Abide by department regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.
Advise Supervisor of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
Fulfill all obligations as established in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.