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Adjunct Ethnic Studies Instructor (Online Assignment Possibilities)
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Adjunct Ethnic Studies Instructor (Online Assignment Possibilities)
Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part-time) faculty applicant pool for the following Ethnic Studies Instructor.
Representative Duties
Instruct students in the assigned discipline.
Assignments may include teaching courses during the day, evening, online courses, and/or off-campus sites.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in an ethnic studies field or equivalent.
Master’s in any of the following areas: American Studies/Ethnicity, Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Central American Studies, Latin American Studies, Cross Cultural Studies, Race and Ethnic Relations, Asian‑American Studies, or African American Studies.
Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in any academic discipline **and** 12 semester units of graduate‑level coursework in Ethnic Studies or a related field, **and** a Master’s degree in at least one other interdisciplinary area such as American Studies, Women’s Studies, Filipinx Studies, Cultural Studies, Political Science, Sociology, English, History, Education, Psychology, or Art.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications
Professional and pedagogical expertise in Ethnic Studies with specialization in African American Studies, Chicana/o Studies, Native American/American Indian and Indigenous Studies, or Asian American Studies.
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing equity‑centered classroom policies and practices that support historically underserved students.
Experience teaching courses in an Ethnic Studies program or department within a community college environment.
Experience in community engagement inside and outside the classroom and active participation in professional activities.
A record of student advocacy, including advising students outside the classroom.
Application Process
Application form.
Current resume.
Letter of intent addressing minimum and desirable qualifications.
Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and must identify graduate‑level coursework.
Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
Applications with incomplete information or missing documents will not be considered.
Supplemental Information
Each recruitment is conducted independently; applicants must submit separate complete application packages for each position applied to.
Applicants may be subject to a written/technical examination as appropriate to the position.
Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
Travel expenses for pre‑employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
Visa AVC does not sponsor visas.
Accommodations If you have questions or concerns, or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and equitable consideration for all candidates as required by federal and state laws and regulations.
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Representative Duties
Instruct students in the assigned discipline.
Assignments may include teaching courses during the day, evening, online courses, and/or off-campus sites.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in an ethnic studies field or equivalent.
Master’s in any of the following areas: American Studies/Ethnicity, Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Central American Studies, Latin American Studies, Cross Cultural Studies, Race and Ethnic Relations, Asian‑American Studies, or African American Studies.
Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in any academic discipline **and** 12 semester units of graduate‑level coursework in Ethnic Studies or a related field, **and** a Master’s degree in at least one other interdisciplinary area such as American Studies, Women’s Studies, Filipinx Studies, Cultural Studies, Political Science, Sociology, English, History, Education, Psychology, or Art.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of community college students.
Desirable Qualifications
Professional and pedagogical expertise in Ethnic Studies with specialization in African American Studies, Chicana/o Studies, Native American/American Indian and Indigenous Studies, or Asian American Studies.
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing equity‑centered classroom policies and practices that support historically underserved students.
Experience teaching courses in an Ethnic Studies program or department within a community college environment.
Experience in community engagement inside and outside the classroom and active participation in professional activities.
A record of student advocacy, including advising students outside the classroom.
Application Process
Application form.
Current resume.
Letter of intent addressing minimum and desirable qualifications.
Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and must identify graduate‑level coursework.
Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
Applications with incomplete information or missing documents will not be considered.
Supplemental Information
Each recruitment is conducted independently; applicants must submit separate complete application packages for each position applied to.
Applicants may be subject to a written/technical examination as appropriate to the position.
Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
Travel expenses for pre‑employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
Visa AVC does not sponsor visas.
Accommodations If you have questions or concerns, or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and equitable consideration for all candidates as required by federal and state laws and regulations.
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