Part Time Instructor, Addiction Paraprofessional Training (COSER)

Peralta Community College District•Oakland, CA

About The Position

Peralta Community College District seeks qualified part-time faculty to provide high-quality instruction and student support in support of the District’s mission of advancing equity, student success, and academic excellence. Instructors deliver engaging, inclusive instruction that promotes student learning and achievement while supporting students’ diverse educational goals. Assignments are made as needed and may include day, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any District college. Applicants must meet the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office minimum qualifications. Qualification requires either a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services, or an associate degree from an accredited college and six years of such experience. Applicants must also have current certification meeting Department of Health Care Services standards, or an equivalent qualification in Addiction Paraprofessional Training. Equivalency may be requested through the District’s separate review process. Applicants must submit an application, a cover letter discussing teaching methods, theories, or technologies and relevant qualifications, a resume or CV, and transcripts for the college degrees or coursework used to qualify. Additional documentation, including official transcripts, employment verification, foreign credential evaluation, or a California Community College credential, may be required as applicable. An offer is contingent on TB test clearance, proof of U.S. work eligibility, fingerprint clearance, and required academic and employment verification. The District is an equal opportunity employer and encourages a diverse pool of applicants.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services, or an associate degree from an accredited college and six years of experience in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services.
Current certification meeting Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) standards, or an equivalent qualification in Addiction Paraprofessional Training.
Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff, and community.
Applicants must provide transcripts and a complete, detailed record of relevant professional work experience to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications.
Applicants requesting equivalency must formally submit the completed Equivalency Request Form with detailed supporting evidence before the application close date.
Required application materials include an application, cover letter, resume/CV, and transcripts for all college degrees or coursework needed to qualify.
Degrees and units used to satisfy minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.
Applicants with qualifying degrees or coursework from outside the United States must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency showing U.S. equivalence.
If required to meet minimum qualifications, provide a copy of the fully satisfied lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.
Upon offer, provide current TB test clearance, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, fingerprint clearance, official transcripts showing appropriate degrees or a valid appropriate California Community College credential, and work verification as applicable.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines and student learning outcomes.
Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instruction using evidence-based teaching practices.
Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, assignments, and assessments.
Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner and maintain accurate academic records.
Submit grades and other required reports by established deadlines.
Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
Maintain regular communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries.
Use the District’s learning management system and other instructional technologies as appropriate.
Comply with District policies, collective bargaining agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Participate in department meetings, professional development, and other college activities as appropriate for part-time faculty.