Inside Higher Ed is hiring: African American Studies: Contract Instructor - Coll

African American Studies: Contract Instructor - College Credit San Diego Community College District is seeking an energetic and dedicated candidate to apply for the position of Assistant Professor, Black Studies at San Diego Mesa College. The Assistant Professor, Black Studies, will report to the Dean of Social/Behavioral Sciences and Multicultural Studies. Primary responsibility for this position will be the teaching a variety of courses in Black Studies. Additional responsibilities include maintaining regular office hours for student advisement, curriculum review and development, serving on College and District committees, and participating in various departmental, school, and college activities. Major Responsibilities: Teaching a variety of courses in Black Studies Maintaining regular office hours for student advisement Curriculum review and development Serving on College and District committees Participating in various departmental, school, and college activities Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in African-American/Black/Africana Studies OR Bachelor's degree in African-American/Black/Africana Studies AND master's degree in Ethnic Studies OR The equivalent Desired Qualifications: Completion of appropriate graduate level coursework in Black/African American/Africana Studies or Ethnic Studies Recent teaching experience in Black/African American/Africana Studies at the community college level Ability to teach effectively by demonstrating a working knowledge of varied learning styles, modalities, and teaching techniques Experience with curriculum development, review, and/or implementation Experience in instructional leadership activities Experience establishing partnerships and community relationships Knowledge and understanding of critical issues facing Black community and of the African diaspora Effective oral communication and writing ability Participation in ongoing professional activities in Black African American/Africana Studies, and/or Ethnic Studies Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships across the college and District community Demonstrated cultural competency, 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 The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. San Diego Mesa College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, staff, and students. The College is located in the city of San Diego and is one of the San Diego Community College District's three college campuses. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr