Employability Skills (EMP) Instructor - Non Credit

Classification Title: Adjunct Teaching
Department: Work Experience
Rank: Adjunct Instructor
Tenure Information: Non-Tenure Track

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.

On-line Teaching:
For online teaching, instructors may receive a one-semester waiver for Distance Education (DE) Certification. Instructors must complete DE Certification before being able to teach online a second semester.

Employment Status:
College of the Desert Adjunct Association (CODAA) Bargaining Unit

Teach a variety of courses in the subject area.

Part-time faculty assignments are filled on an as-needed basis utilizing this open and ongoing applicant pool. The number of available openings will vary from semester to semester. Candidates selected for the pool will be contacted by the division should a vacancy arise.

Essential Duties:
Examples of Job Duties:A. Classroom responsibilitiesa. 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 Studentsa. 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 FacultyAdditional 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:

• Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience. Professional experience must be related to the teaching assignment.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency be uploaded with the foreign transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range/Rate: Bachelor Degree Lab Rate - $60.92, Master Degree Lab Rate - $64.10, Doctorate Degree Lab Rate - $67.45
Salary Detail Information: Salary Placement is according to the CODAA Collective Bargaining Agreement. For information on salary placement, please see the Collective Bargaining Agreement and Salary Schedule.

Posting Number: 25-009-f
Open Date: 02/24/2025
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:

• 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.
• Unofficial 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 least three 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.

FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded in addition to the foreign transcripts.
• Additional Foreign Equivalency Information is available by clicking here.

TIMLINES:

• This posting does not have a close date and is subject to closure without notice.
• Interviews will likely take place in Spring 2025 to qualify a pool of part-time instructors for assignments in late Spring 2025 and beyond.

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 an employment VISA.
• Employment is contingent on residence in California.
• If you do not receive a confirmation code after applying, it means your application was not submitted.

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



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