Political Science Instructor - Part-time Adjunct Pool

Kern Comunity College District • Bakersfield, CA

240d • $66

About The Position

Kern Community College District is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly adjunct instructors. The starting salary range is $66.00/hour; Hourly rate may vary based on type of assignment and the Lecture Hour Equivalent (LHE) formula. This is for an adjunct pool that will be used to staff part-time adjunct positions. Applications for part-time, hourly faculty pools are accepted on a continuous basis, allowing the division to contact qualified applicants immediately if a need arises. Applications submitted will remain active for up to two years.

Requirements

• Master's in political science, government, or international relations.
• Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, and any ethnic studies, Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.) OR the equivalent.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population.
• Effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
• Develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain subject matter currency.
• Assess student learning outcomes.
• Utilize computers and explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
• Commit to the California community college mission.

Benefits

• Prorated sick leave.
• Eligible for ACA health benefits at employee expense.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees