Chaffey College
Instructor, English
Chaffey College is seeking a full‑time, tenure‑track English instructor for the Arts, Communications, and Design Academic & Career Community, located on the Rancho campus with potential assignments at Chino and Fontana. The role provides a full professional service week throughout the 176‑day academic calendar.
Salary: $81,908 – $119,043 (annual). Closing date: 1/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific.
Chaffey College is a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will share this vision and work to support all students.
Responsibilities
Provide instruction (counseling) consistent with district standards.
Develop and maintain culturally‑sensitive and equity‑minded learning environments.
Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.
Offer instruction and support in online, in‑person, hybrid, hyflex, fast‑track, accelerated, etc.
Maintain current discipline knowledge and use innovative teaching methods.
Uphold professional and ethical standards.
Use effective educational techniques to promote learning and achievement.
Participate in departmental, school, and community meetings, curriculum design, assessment, outreach, success center activities, website development, team‑advisor roles, program review, and other duties beneficial to students and the college.
Encourage student development of critical thinking, collaboration, and empathy.
Engage in professional development, seminars, mentoring, club advising, committees, academic senate, and community engagement.
Work day, evening, or weekend sessions at any campus as required.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition OR
Bachelor’s degree in any of the above and a Master’s degree in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism; OR
Valid lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service as an English instructor; OR
Equivalent credentials (equivalency information available in the application); AND
Evidence of sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community‑college environment.
Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
Desirable Qualifications
Two years of recent teaching experience in a related discipline.
Experience teaching online, in‑person, hybrid, hyflex, fast‑track, accelerated formats.
Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive instruction, multifaceted perspectives, and holistic, equity‑based efforts.
Evidence of supporting students across all academic pathways.
Experience with student populations listed in the Equity Plan.
Experience using ZTC/OER or willingness to do so.
Experience with Dual Enrollment teaching and students.
Experience working in a Writing/Success Center.
Expertise in Canvas (or equivalent LMS) and familiarity with emerging educational technologies.
Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Initial salary placement ranges from $81,908 (minimum qualifications) to $119,043 (doctorate), based on verification of experience and coursework.
Essential functions include on‑site work at any Chaffey facility and in‑person engagement with students, staff, and partners.
Benefits: Health care, dental program, vision services, life insurance, sick leave, STRS retirement.
Application Process Chaffey College uses an online electronic application system available at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. Applicants must upload the following documents:
Cover Letter (briefly state how qualifications are met).
Resume (no more than five pages).
Professional Reference List (names, addresses, phone numbers, email).
Copy of Transcripts (must indicate degree earned; diplomas are not sufficient).
Equivalency Request (if applicable; see https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey).
Do not submit additional documents, letters of recommendation, or photographs. Submit all materials no later than the closing date. Failure to submit all required materials may result in disqualification.
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. Travel costs for first interviews are borne by the applicant.
About the College Founded in 1883, Chaffey College is one of California’s first community colleges, located in Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and Chino. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, it offers associate degrees and vocational and transfer programs. The college serves a diverse student body and is committed to improving lives through education.
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Salary: $81,908 – $119,043 (annual). Closing date: 1/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific.
Chaffey College is a federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Successful candidates will share this vision and work to support all students.
Responsibilities
Provide instruction (counseling) consistent with district standards.
Develop and maintain culturally‑sensitive and equity‑minded learning environments.
Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.
Offer instruction and support in online, in‑person, hybrid, hyflex, fast‑track, accelerated, etc.
Maintain current discipline knowledge and use innovative teaching methods.
Uphold professional and ethical standards.
Use effective educational techniques to promote learning and achievement.
Participate in departmental, school, and community meetings, curriculum design, assessment, outreach, success center activities, website development, team‑advisor roles, program review, and other duties beneficial to students and the college.
Encourage student development of critical thinking, collaboration, and empathy.
Engage in professional development, seminars, mentoring, club advising, committees, academic senate, and community engagement.
Work day, evening, or weekend sessions at any campus as required.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition OR
Bachelor’s degree in any of the above and a Master’s degree in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism; OR
Valid lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service as an English instructor; OR
Equivalent credentials (equivalency information available in the application); AND
Evidence of sensitivity to diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community‑college environment.
Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
Desirable Qualifications
Two years of recent teaching experience in a related discipline.
Experience teaching online, in‑person, hybrid, hyflex, fast‑track, accelerated formats.
Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive instruction, multifaceted perspectives, and holistic, equity‑based efforts.
Evidence of supporting students across all academic pathways.
Experience with student populations listed in the Equity Plan.
Experience using ZTC/OER or willingness to do so.
Experience with Dual Enrollment teaching and students.
Experience working in a Writing/Success Center.
Expertise in Canvas (or equivalent LMS) and familiarity with emerging educational technologies.
Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Initial salary placement ranges from $81,908 (minimum qualifications) to $119,043 (doctorate), based on verification of experience and coursework.
Essential functions include on‑site work at any Chaffey facility and in‑person engagement with students, staff, and partners.
Benefits: Health care, dental program, vision services, life insurance, sick leave, STRS retirement.
Application Process Chaffey College uses an online electronic application system available at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey. Applicants must upload the following documents:
Cover Letter (briefly state how qualifications are met).
Resume (no more than five pages).
Professional Reference List (names, addresses, phone numbers, email).
Copy of Transcripts (must indicate degree earned; diplomas are not sufficient).
Equivalency Request (if applicable; see https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey).
Do not submit additional documents, letters of recommendation, or photographs. Submit all materials no later than the closing date. Failure to submit all required materials may result in disqualification.
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. Travel costs for first interviews are borne by the applicant.
About the College Founded in 1883, Chaffey College is one of California’s first community colleges, located in Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, and Chino. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, it offers associate degrees and vocational and transfer programs. The college serves a diverse student body and is committed to improving lives through education.
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