Contra Costa Community College District
Assistant Professor - Astronomy (Tenure Track)
Contra Costa Community College District, Pittsburg, California, United States, 94565
Assistant Professor - Astronomy (Tenure Track)
Join Our Mission To Transform Lives Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, Math and Sciences, and working closely with the Physical Sciences department, this position is responsible for providing high‑quality classroom, laboratory, and planetarium instruction to a diverse student population at both the Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Los Medanos College boasts a 30′ planetarium housing a Goto Chronos mechanical star projector and a Warped Media full‑dome video system, a telescope deck on the roof of our science building with multiple 8″ Celestron telescopes, and a Unistellar Odyssey Pro smart telescope that can bring a dark‑sky equivalent to our suburban campus. All our face‑to‑face classes on the Pittsburg campus are taught in the planetarium, enabling use of an immersive environment on a regular basis. We seek a colleague who is deeply committed to equitable student success, who uses evidence‑based, student‑centered active learning strategies, and who is enthusiastic about continuously improving their teaching practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engaging non‑science majors, for creating meaningful and inclusive learning experiences, and for contributing to the intellectual life and governance of the college. Recruitment Timeline:
Initial review of applications will occur in December
2025 . Selected applicants will be contacted in January
2026
to schedule an interview. Interviews will take place in‑person in February
2026 . Final interviews will be held in March
2026 . Applicants will be responsible for travel expenses. The college nor the District reimburses for travel expenses. No candidate for a full‑time position shall be recommended as a finalist to the President without meeting the minimum qualifications or having been verified as meeting the equivalency. If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload it in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. Description of Position
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, Math and Sciences, and working closely with the Physical Sciences department, this position is responsible for providing high‑quality classroom, laboratory, and planetarium instruction to a diverse student population at both the Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Los Medanos College boasts a 30′ planetarium housing a Goto Chronos mechanical star projector and a Warped Media full‑dome video system, a telescope deck on the roof of our science building with multiple 8″ Celestron telescopes, and a Unistellar Odyssey Pro smart telescope that can bring a dark‑sky equivalent to our suburban campus. All our face‑to‑face classes on the Pittsburg campus are taught in the planetarium, enabling use of an immersive environment on a regular basis. We seek a colleague who is deeply committed to equitable student success, who uses evidence‑based, student‑centered active learning strategies, and who is enthusiastic about continuously improving their teaching practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engaging non‑science majors, for creating meaningful and inclusive learning experiences, and for contributing to the intellectual life and governance of the college. Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live. The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions. Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission. Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first‑generation families. The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps. If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries
Please contact Leetha Robertson, Sr. Administrative Assistant‑Office of Instruction lrobertson@losmedanos.edu Recruitment Type
Faculty Location
The position is located at Los Medanos College with teaching at both Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Posting Number
F01269 # of Openings
1 Initial Salary Placement
Initial salary placement for full‑time, tenure‑track positions is based on academic degree(s), upper/graduate level units earned, teaching experience and/or qualifying related professional occupation experience which ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (up to $132k). Position Status
Open EEO Job Category
Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group
Full‑Time Faculty Department
L5008-Physical Science Discipline
Physics/Astronomy Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to contractual duties, all full‑time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines. Participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs. Collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review. Engaging in department program improvement initiatives. Participating in department, division, and college committees. Participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college‑wide. Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies. Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics. Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements. Preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress. Maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines. Posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy. Participating in College’s shared governance processes. Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty. Minimum Qualifications
Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy and Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics or the equivalent. OR a California Community College Credential in Astronomy. If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload it in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. License/Certificates/Credentials
None specified. Desirable Qualifications
Experience developing and presenting original planetarium shows and telescope viewing sessions for teaching diverse student populations and the local community. Demonstrated experience using evidence‑based, student‑centered, active learning techniques in teaching astronomy without math to students with diverse educational backgrounds who are not science majors to produce effective student learning and equitable student success. Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional growth in both content knowledge and pedagogy. Enthusiasm for contributing to the college community through committee work, outreach, and student engagement. Job Open Date
09/29/2025 Job Close Date
11/14/2025 Open Until Filled
No Employment Begins
Fall 2026 # of Months
12 Employee Benefits
Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) District‑paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include: Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services Dental and vision Flexible spending (125) plan Life and long‑term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Deferred compensation (403b and 457) Sabbatical Leave Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships. Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one‑time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. How to Apply
1. Interested applicants must submit all of the application materials online to be considered for this position. We do not accept hand‑delivered, e‑mailed, faxed or postal mailed application packets. 2. It is your responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received on or before the closing date. Our application deadline time is 11:59 pm on the specified closing date. 3. You should submit an unofficial transcript for screening purposes. If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript required for the position, you can have it scanned by a Staples, Office Max or Office Depot, etc. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload transcripts when completing our online application process. You should be prepared to provide an official transcript prior to employment start date should the position be offered. 4. If you do not possess the required educational degrees and are applying under the equivalency process, you bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application. Equivalency applications with supporting documentation should be submitted when 1) degrees are not in exact discipline required; 2) degree is in progress; 3) degrees were earned at a college or university outside of the United States. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload an equivalency form for evaluation by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process. 5. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to United States degrees. An approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency must evaluate your coursework. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload a foreign degree evaluation for review by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process. Please read more details in the Foreign Degree and Credit Statement section of the job announcement. 6. Documents uploaded online must be the actual documents to be considered for review. Do not upload a “placeholder” document. Applications with placeholder documents are considered incomplete and will be rejected. Only upload the required documents; other materials can be presented if you are selected for an interview. 7. All application materials become the property of the district and will not be returned or duplicated. Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. The applications, cover letters, answers to required supplemental questions, resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee. Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the discipline. Selected interviewees may be invited to present an entire lecture in front of a class. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration will be rated by the interview committee. Based upon the overall rating, a small number of applicants will be invited at their own expense to the campus for an interview with the college president and vice president of instruction. After consultation with the interview committee, the college president will make the final recommendation for employment to the chancellor and the governing board of the Contra Costa Community College District. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Foreign Degree and Credit Statement
In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. Please upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. Request For Reasonable Accommodation
Medical Verification Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made. Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email to slever@4cd.edu. It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Tell us how you meet the minimum job qualifications:
A) Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR B) Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR C) the equivalent. If you believe you have the background, you can upload a master’s degree equivalency form in the attachment section of the employment application OR D) a California Community College System Credential in Astronomy. Describe a specific class session or activity you designed or would design for an introductory astronomy course that illustrates your use of active learning and student‑centered teaching:
What was your goal, how did you structure the activity, and what did you observe about student learning and engagement? What adjustments did you or might you make as a result of your observations? Many of our astronomy students are non‑science majors with little or no math background. Give a concrete example of how you have or would successfully taught a difficult astronomical concept to such students. What strategies did you use, and how did you assess whether your approach worked? If you had the opportunity to develop or revise astronomy curriculum to highlight interdisciplinary connections, ethical issues, or diverse cultural perspectives, tell us about the context, what did you change or create, and what impact did it have on student learning and engagement? Describe your experience using a planetarium and/or telescopes for teaching students of varied ethnic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. If you don’t have such experience, describe a specific plan for gaining that experience. Required Documents
Required Documents Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred) Cover Letter Resume/CV Optional Documents Application for Equivalency Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency) Unofficial Transcript 2 Unofficial Transcript 3 Unofficial Transcript 4 Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Candidate Employment Notice:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99‑603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.
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Join Our Mission To Transform Lives Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, Math and Sciences, and working closely with the Physical Sciences department, this position is responsible for providing high‑quality classroom, laboratory, and planetarium instruction to a diverse student population at both the Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Los Medanos College boasts a 30′ planetarium housing a Goto Chronos mechanical star projector and a Warped Media full‑dome video system, a telescope deck on the roof of our science building with multiple 8″ Celestron telescopes, and a Unistellar Odyssey Pro smart telescope that can bring a dark‑sky equivalent to our suburban campus. All our face‑to‑face classes on the Pittsburg campus are taught in the planetarium, enabling use of an immersive environment on a regular basis. We seek a colleague who is deeply committed to equitable student success, who uses evidence‑based, student‑centered active learning strategies, and who is enthusiastic about continuously improving their teaching practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engaging non‑science majors, for creating meaningful and inclusive learning experiences, and for contributing to the intellectual life and governance of the college. Recruitment Timeline:
Initial review of applications will occur in December
2025 . Selected applicants will be contacted in January
2026
to schedule an interview. Interviews will take place in‑person in February
2026 . Final interviews will be held in March
2026 . Applicants will be responsible for travel expenses. The college nor the District reimburses for travel expenses. No candidate for a full‑time position shall be recommended as a finalist to the President without meeting the minimum qualifications or having been verified as meeting the equivalency. If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload it in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. Description of Position
Under the direction of the Dean of Instruction, Math and Sciences, and working closely with the Physical Sciences department, this position is responsible for providing high‑quality classroom, laboratory, and planetarium instruction to a diverse student population at both the Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Los Medanos College boasts a 30′ planetarium housing a Goto Chronos mechanical star projector and a Warped Media full‑dome video system, a telescope deck on the roof of our science building with multiple 8″ Celestron telescopes, and a Unistellar Odyssey Pro smart telescope that can bring a dark‑sky equivalent to our suburban campus. All our face‑to‑face classes on the Pittsburg campus are taught in the planetarium, enabling use of an immersive environment on a regular basis. We seek a colleague who is deeply committed to equitable student success, who uses evidence‑based, student‑centered active learning strategies, and who is enthusiastic about continuously improving their teaching practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engaging non‑science majors, for creating meaningful and inclusive learning experiences, and for contributing to the intellectual life and governance of the college. Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live. The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions. Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission. Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first‑generation families. The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps. If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries
Please contact Leetha Robertson, Sr. Administrative Assistant‑Office of Instruction lrobertson@losmedanos.edu Recruitment Type
Faculty Location
The position is located at Los Medanos College with teaching at both Pittsburg and Brentwood campuses. Posting Number
F01269 # of Openings
1 Initial Salary Placement
Initial salary placement for full‑time, tenure‑track positions is based on academic degree(s), upper/graduate level units earned, teaching experience and/or qualifying related professional occupation experience which ranges from $68,136 to $112,848 per year (up to $132k). Position Status
Open EEO Job Category
Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group
Full‑Time Faculty Department
L5008-Physical Science Discipline
Physics/Astronomy Duties and Responsibilities
In addition to contractual duties, all full‑time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines. Participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs. Collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review. Engaging in department program improvement initiatives. Participating in department, division, and college committees. Participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college‑wide. Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies. Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics. Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements. Preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress. Maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines. Posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy. Participating in College’s shared governance processes. Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty. Minimum Qualifications
Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy and Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics or the equivalent. OR a California Community College Credential in Astronomy. If you do not possess the exact degree listed in the minimum qualification section, you must fill out a Master’s degree equivalency form and upload it in the attachment section of the online employment application to be considered. License/Certificates/Credentials
None specified. Desirable Qualifications
Experience developing and presenting original planetarium shows and telescope viewing sessions for teaching diverse student populations and the local community. Demonstrated experience using evidence‑based, student‑centered, active learning techniques in teaching astronomy without math to students with diverse educational backgrounds who are not science majors to produce effective student learning and equitable student success. Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional growth in both content knowledge and pedagogy. Enthusiasm for contributing to the college community through committee work, outreach, and student engagement. Job Open Date
09/29/2025 Job Close Date
11/14/2025 Open Until Filled
No Employment Begins
Fall 2026 # of Months
12 Employee Benefits
Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) District‑paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include: Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services Dental and vision Flexible spending (125) plan Life and long‑term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Deferred compensation (403b and 457) Sabbatical Leave Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships. Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one‑time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. How to Apply
1. Interested applicants must submit all of the application materials online to be considered for this position. We do not accept hand‑delivered, e‑mailed, faxed or postal mailed application packets. 2. It is your responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received on or before the closing date. Our application deadline time is 11:59 pm on the specified closing date. 3. You should submit an unofficial transcript for screening purposes. If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript required for the position, you can have it scanned by a Staples, Office Max or Office Depot, etc. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload transcripts when completing our online application process. You should be prepared to provide an official transcript prior to employment start date should the position be offered. 4. If you do not possess the required educational degrees and are applying under the equivalency process, you bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application. Equivalency applications with supporting documentation should be submitted when 1) degrees are not in exact discipline required; 2) degree is in progress; 3) degrees were earned at a college or university outside of the United States. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload an equivalency form for evaluation by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process. 5. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to United States degrees. An approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency must evaluate your coursework. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload a foreign degree evaluation for review by a college equivalency committee when completing our online application process. Please read more details in the Foreign Degree and Credit Statement section of the job announcement. 6. Documents uploaded online must be the actual documents to be considered for review. Do not upload a “placeholder” document. Applications with placeholder documents are considered incomplete and will be rejected. Only upload the required documents; other materials can be presented if you are selected for an interview. 7. All application materials become the property of the district and will not be returned or duplicated. Selection Process
Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. The applications, cover letters, answers to required supplemental questions, resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee. Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the discipline. Selected interviewees may be invited to present an entire lecture in front of a class. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration will be rated by the interview committee. Based upon the overall rating, a small number of applicants will be invited at their own expense to the campus for an interview with the college president and vice president of instruction. After consultation with the interview committee, the college president will make the final recommendation for employment to the chancellor and the governing board of the Contra Costa Community College District. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB test, physical examination, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Foreign Degree and Credit Statement
In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. Please upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. Request For Reasonable Accommodation
Medical Verification Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made. Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email to slever@4cd.edu. It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Tell us how you meet the minimum job qualifications:
A) Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR B) Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR C) the equivalent. If you believe you have the background, you can upload a master’s degree equivalency form in the attachment section of the employment application OR D) a California Community College System Credential in Astronomy. Describe a specific class session or activity you designed or would design for an introductory astronomy course that illustrates your use of active learning and student‑centered teaching:
What was your goal, how did you structure the activity, and what did you observe about student learning and engagement? What adjustments did you or might you make as a result of your observations? Many of our astronomy students are non‑science majors with little or no math background. Give a concrete example of how you have or would successfully taught a difficult astronomical concept to such students. What strategies did you use, and how did you assess whether your approach worked? If you had the opportunity to develop or revise astronomy curriculum to highlight interdisciplinary connections, ethical issues, or diverse cultural perspectives, tell us about the context, what did you change or create, and what impact did it have on student learning and engagement? Describe your experience using a planetarium and/or telescopes for teaching students of varied ethnic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. If you don’t have such experience, describe a specific plan for gaining that experience. Required Documents
Required Documents Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred) Cover Letter Resume/CV Optional Documents Application for Equivalency Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency) Unofficial Transcript 2 Unofficial Transcript 3 Unofficial Transcript 4 Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Candidate Employment Notice:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99‑603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.
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