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Art History Instructor

College of the Desert
Palm Desert, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025
Art History Instructor, part-time

Classification Title: Adjunct Teaching
Department: Social Sciences
Rank: Adjunct Instructor
Tenure Information: Adjunct non-tenure

Job Description:
Basic Function:
Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

Working Conditions:
Classroom environment and unassigned faculty office environment. Classes may be at the Palm Desert Campus or one of our sites in Indio, Mecca/Thermal, Desert Hot Springs, or Palm Springs. Classes may be scheduled during the day, evening or weekends.

Employment Status:
College of the Desert Adjunct Association (CODAA) Bargaining Unit
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Essential Duties:
Examples of Job Duties:

A. Classroom responsibilities a. Meet classes/laboratories on day and times assigned.
b. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline.
c. Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies.
d. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.
e. Ensure course textbooks and instructional materials are made available to students in a timely manner.
f. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
g. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load.
B. Evaluation of Students a. Evaluate students' progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation.
b. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.
c. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California.
d. Submit required administrative paperwork, including grade report forms, in a timely and accurate manner.
C. Curriculum - Responsibility of Full-Time FacultyD. Student Advising - Responsibility of Full-Time FacultyE. Professional Development - Responsibility of Full-Time Faculty
Additional Responsibilities a. Abide by department regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.
b. Advise Supervisor of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
c. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
d. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.
Optional Duties* a. Advise enrolled students on such matters as: Learning skills, collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field, career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.
b. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during office hours.
c. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.
d. Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.
e. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.
f. Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours.
g. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.
h. Participate in professional development activities.
i. Attend and participate in department/center meetings when assigned by the District or shared governance.
j. Participate process of shared governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district, or community activities.
k. Consult with Supervisor on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment, and screening/interviewing committees.
l. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.
  • All optional duties are on a voluntary basis, but some may have compensation attached per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Consult with departmental Dean for clarification.

Knowledge Of:

Ability To:

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's in art history, history of art and architecture or visual culture/visual studies
    OR Bachelor's in art history and master's in history OR Master's in art with a recorded emphasis or concentration in art history OR the equivalent.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students




EQUIVALENCY REQUESTS & FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:
  • If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you must submit an Equivalency Request Form and narrative with your application.
  • Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded in addition to the foreign transcripts.
  • Additional Equivalency Information is available by clicking here.




Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range/Rate: Master Degree Lecture Rate - $75.40, Master Degree Lab Rate - $64.10, Doctorate Degree Lecture Rate - $79.36, Doctorate Degree Lab Rate - $67.45
Salary Detail Information:
  • College of the Desert Adjunct Association Contract 21-2024
  • Adjunct Faculty Salary Schedule 2023-2024



Posting Number: 25-012-f
Open Date: 03/26/2025
Close Date: 4/30/2025
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Special Instructions SummaryApplications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
  • Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.
  • Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
  • Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
  • College Transcripts: Must be from an accredited institution, show name of institution, degree awarded, discipline, and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.




IN YOUR APPLICATION List of Professional References: References should include at two supervisors and two colleagues. Please include name, title, email, and current phone numbers for all references in your application. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted in lieu of the required addition of Professional References.

FAQs
For additional information, click here: Recruitment - Frequently Asked Questions

PLEASE NOTE:
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
  • College of the Desert does not offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for any employment VISA.
  • Employment is contingent on residence in California.

DISTRICT RIGHTS College of the Desert reserves the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay, or cancel filling this position. This recruitment may be used for future vacancies

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