Inside Higher Ed
English Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - East Kern/Tehachapi
Inside Higher Ed, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399
English Instructor, Part-time Adjunct Pool - East Kern/Tehachapi
Inside Higher Ed is seeking an English Instructor for the Part‑time Adjunct Pool in East Kern/Tehachapi. The position is part of the Kern Community College District’s ongoing faculty hiring program, with applications remaining active for up to two years.
Basic Function Kern Community College District
Salary:
$67.00 Hourly (rate may vary based on assignment type and Lecture Hour Equivalent formula)
Job Type:
Part‑time, hourly
Job Number:
FY22-2300534
Location:
Tehachapi, CA
Department:
English (ENGL)
Representative Duties The successful applicant will provide instruction in a full range of English and Reading courses, including teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and using multiple teaching methodologies.
Other duties include participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the English department; maintaining subject‑matter currency; developing and revising curriculum; using computer and multimedia technology; and collegial participation in departmental, college, and discipline‑specific professional activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition
OR – Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism
OR – The equivalent (certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal; candidates should submit an Application for Equivalence with supporting documents)
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
All degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406); foreign degrees must be evaluated by an accredited service.
The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews awarded. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure an interview.
Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population.
Ability to work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to maintain subject‑matter currency.
Ability to assess student learning outcomes.
Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.
Special Instructions – Application Packet
Completed Online Application for Employment form
Current resume
Copy of legible transcripts
Applicants must redact all personal information (e.g., Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, photos) from submitted documents.
Foreign degree holders must submit a coursework evaluation from an approved evaluation service.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process should contact Human Resources.
EEO Plan 2024‑2027 – The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and provides equal employment opportunity. The District does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Note: The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization must be established at the time of application submission.
All applicants must apply online at
this link . Emails will not be accepted.
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Basic Function Kern Community College District
Salary:
$67.00 Hourly (rate may vary based on assignment type and Lecture Hour Equivalent formula)
Job Type:
Part‑time, hourly
Job Number:
FY22-2300534
Location:
Tehachapi, CA
Department:
English (ENGL)
Representative Duties The successful applicant will provide instruction in a full range of English and Reading courses, including teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and using multiple teaching methodologies.
Other duties include participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the English department; maintaining subject‑matter currency; developing and revising curriculum; using computer and multimedia technology; and collegial participation in departmental, college, and discipline‑specific professional activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition
OR – Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism
OR – The equivalent (certain combinations of education, experience, and other accomplishments may be judged as equal; candidates should submit an Application for Equivalence with supporting documents)
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
All degrees and credits must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406); foreign degrees must be evaluated by an accredited service.
The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews awarded. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure an interview.
Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population.
Ability to work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals.
Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to maintain subject‑matter currency.
Ability to assess student learning outcomes.
Knowledge of computers and willingness to explore new technologies that would benefit the program.
Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.
Special Instructions – Application Packet
Completed Online Application for Employment form
Current resume
Copy of legible transcripts
Applicants must redact all personal information (e.g., Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, photos) from submitted documents.
Foreign degree holders must submit a coursework evaluation from an approved evaluation service.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process should contact Human Resources.
EEO Plan 2024‑2027 – The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and provides equal employment opportunity. The District does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Note: The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization must be established at the time of application submission.
All applicants must apply online at
this link . Emails will not be accepted.
#J-18808-Ljbffr