"Astronomy Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool"

Job Description

Astronomy Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-time Temporary Pool

Location: Kentfield & Indian Valley (Novato) - In Person, CA

Description

See "Essential Functions" section for description.

Note: College of Marin's faculty pools are open to applications on a continuous basis. Although there may not be any current openings, applications will remain on file until the hiring department has a need to add candidates to their pool OR for up to one year from the date of application, whichever occurs first. If your application becomes inactive after one year, you may re-apply to the pool at that time. Screenings and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the hiring department necessitates. Once a screening has occurred, applicants will be notified of their status.

Essential Functions

Instructors appointed to the part-time temporary pool may be used to cover part-time, temporary and/or substitute openings in the department. Assignments can vary in duration and are not guaranteed. Duties may include assignment in any Astronomy course, including, but not limited to: Introduction to Astronomy and Introduction to Astronomy Lab. Assignments for Astronomy pool instructors also include:

• Providing effective classroom or laboratory instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter
• Preparing and grading all class assignments and examinations
• Advising, assisting and evaluating students, evaluating learning outcomes and maintaining regular office hours
• Participating in program activities including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials
• Contributing to development of program policies and procedures
• Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not required
• Maintaining accurate and timely student records as required
• Maintaining currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
• Communicating with excellent written and oral skills in English

Requirements & Desirables

REQUIREMENTS

1. A Master's in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics; OR
2. A Bachelor's in Physics or Astronomy AND a Master's in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, or Geophysics; OR
3. The equivalent*; AND
4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.

*If your educational degrees do not specifically match those listed above, you must request equivalency. Please review our Equivalency page for important information and instructions for applying under equivalency...

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

• Experience in astrophotography and willingness to develop student activities in astrophotography
• Competencies related to: curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting student to develop critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus community

ONLINE INSTRUCTION All faculty members must be available to provide instruction in the classroom (in person). Please note that the College does not offer online-only teaching assignments.

Supplemental & Salary Information

SALARY INFORMATION

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $90,657 - $124,850*

*Salaries for Part-time Temporary Pool members are based on the number of units taught and are paid at 95% of the Full-time Faculty Salary Schedule...

Required Application Documents

A.) Cover letter (cover letter)
B.) Resume or C.V. (resume)
C.) Complete copy of college transcript conferring Bachelor's degree (bachelor's transcript)
D.) Complete copy of college transcript conferring Master's degree (master's transcript)