Position Description

The Department of Ethnic Studies at Chaffey College as a new department is seeking dynamic scholar-teachers whose scholarship and teaching are centered on the cultures and histories of communities that have played a vital force in shaping America.

The Department of Ethnic Studies at Chaffey College is committed to the scholarly teachings and representations of the four core disciplines in the field which are comprised of Native American Studies, African American Studies, Chicanx and Latinx Studies, and Asian American Studies.

African-American Studies at Chaffey College is centered on black lives and experiences. African American ancestral histories, societal contributions, and experiences explore the profound contributions of African-American cultures to the Americas and to the world. Thus, we approach African-American Studies as simultaneously authentically American while embedded within a global black diaspora stretching from the Caribbean to Europe to Asia.

May include teaching in the prisons and/or high school dual enrollment. All applicants are expected to meet the California State Community College Minimum Qualifications for Ethnic Studies (below). Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee employment or an interview.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in African-American/Black/Africana Studies; OR
• Bachelor's degree African-American/Black/Africana Studies AND Master's degree in Ethnic Studies; OR
• Valid lifetime credential that authorizes service as an Ethnic Studies instructor in a California Community College; OR
• The equivalent; AND
• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

MEETING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT ASSURE THE CANDIDATE OF AN INTERVIEW. Applications will be evaluated taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent experience teaching Ethnic Studies courses in person and online through Canvas, preferably at the community college level.
• Evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging in person and online students with their learning, using innovative online teaching methods, instructional design, and assessment strategies.
• Preference may be given to candidates with recent experience in teaching African American Studies (ETHN-4).
• High level of professional and pedagogical expertise in Ethnic Studies, African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, Native American Studies from an accredited college or university.
• Evidence of a demonstrated commitment to equity in the community college setting.

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCESS Chaffey College utilizes an online electronic application system. The application can be accessed at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/chaffey

Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until the opportunity is filled or until otherwise indicated on the announcement.