Job Description

Overview In order to create a pool of qualified applicants, Sierra College accepts applications in all subject areas and conducts interviews for teaching positions throughout the year. Applications are kept in the hiring pool for a period of two years. The number of open positions varies from semester to semester. The Division Dean or Department Chair will contact you directly for an interview when a position becomes available. We appreciate your interest in Sierra College! Help and Support Need Help With Your Online Account? Use the online Help Guide or contact the NEOED Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 if you need assistance with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Contact If you have any questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@sierracollege.edu. Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum Development - ESSENTIAL: Review and evaluate curriculum to meet student interests and needs within divisional/departmental budget constraints and equipment/materials availability; coordinate with part-time instructors to enhance consistency of lecture/laboratory content; evaluate or revise course descriptions to fit curriculum designs; present proposals for curriculum changes to the Curriculum Committee and/or other appropriate shared governance bodies; make changes to curriculum as necessary and as approved within the shared governance structure. PERIPHERAL: Review curriculum for concordance with changes in laws, regulations, and standards. Lecture/Laboratory Preparation - ESSENTIAL: Review and evaluate new textbooks for content, readability, and cost effectiveness; select textbooks determined to be most useful and appropriate; read current literature to prepare lectures; prepare, edit, and update syllabus materials for lectures and/or laboratories; review and select or prepare computer and audio-visual materials; prepare handouts or transparencies; coordinate with book publishing company representatives providing instructional materials. PERIPHERAL: Complete book order forms and provide master copies of syllabi for printing; place reference items on reserve; prepare lesson plans; attend conferences; familiarize with operation of equipment. Lecture/Laboratory Presentation - ESSENTIAL: Introduce and present lecture/laboratory information and concepts clearly; use examples to convey key concepts; provide instructional objectives; outline major points; enhance presentations with visual aids; distribute handouts; answer questions clearly; encourage student participation; monitor behavior and maintain classroom order with equal opportunity for participation. Student Performance Evaluation - ESSENTIAL: Develop quizzes, tests, and examinations that are understandable and fairly evaluate progress; monitor activity during exams and prevent cheating; evaluate student responses and assign grades; assign and evaluate homework; input scores and provide results as needed. PERIPHERAL: Input student scores into a computer and provide printouts to affected students. Shared Governance Participation - ESSENTIAL: Attend and participate in departmental meetings; respond to information requests; participate in curriculum development and equipment needs assessment; represent department on campus-wide committees. PERIPHERAL: Attend divisional/building meetings, participate in Faculty Senate activities, read information polls, and serve on committees as requested. Ancillary Student Services - ESSENTIAL: Hold regular office hours; provide academic guidance; serve as a positive role model; participate in graduation events; PERIPHERAL: Provide letters of recommendation; hold review sessions; advise students on curriculum. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - CCC Minimum Qualifications Handbook: Master’s in political science, government, or international relations; OR Bachelor’s in any of the above; AND Master’s in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, and any ethnic studies, Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) or Legum Baccalaureus (LL.B.); OR equivalent. Additional Information - This position is a part-time faculty teaching assignment with the following salary rates: Part-Time/Adjunct Salary Schedule (Degree and years of acceptable teaching experience determine step placement). Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, LiveScan, and tuberculosis examination as required. Verification of prior employment may be needed to determine minimum qualifications met. Copies of transcripts MUST be attached to the application (photocopies and unofficial transcripts are accepted). Application Documents REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS There are four (4) required documents to apply for this position:

1. Employment Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Applicable transcripts with conferred degree and date (unofficial transcripts are accepted)
4. Respond to the Teaching Philosophy Statement prompts and upload as a separate document. The prompts include: what strategies support historically underrepresented and underserved students; the role of faculty in student success; how teaching approaches have evolved; how teaching aligns with equity goals. Include your responses as part of the attachment.

Helpful Tips Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate equity-minded strategies and culturally-inclusive practices in their materials. See Sierra College website for tips and tools for prospective applicants. Compensation and Benefits COMPENSATION Placement on the District’s Faculty Salary Schedule is dependent on years of experience and level of education. Rates vary by lecture vs. lab/counselor assignments and by level, with current pay ranges listed on the schedule. Employees are members of the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS); sick leave and other leaves apply per the collective bargaining agreement. Legal and Accessibility EEO/TITLE IX EMPLOYER Sierra College is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to nondiscrimination and equity among faculty, staff, and students. For Title IX/EEO inquiries, contact the Director of Diversity, EEO & Title IX at the address below or call 916-660-7006, or email EEOT9@sierracollege.edu. For disability-related accommodations, contact the Human Resources Department at 916-660-7105. If needed, the California Relay Service (711) can facilitate communications. For Speech-to-Speech, contact numbers are provided in the original posting as available. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sierra Community College

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