Job Details

English Instructor, Full-time Tenure Track (One or More)(BC)
Kern Community College District

Salary: $89,080.98 - $116,884.82 Annually

Job Type: Faculty

Job Number: FY25-2600228

Location: Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA

Basic Function

Bakersfield College is seeking a faculty member for English. If you are highly motivated, eager to engage a diverse student body, and passionate about teaching and learning, we highly encourage you to submit an application.

Who We Are:

We are a team of innovative, caring, and thoughtful faculty, staff and administrators who are passionate about contributing to the intellectual, cultural and economic vitality of our community. We embody six core values: Learning, Diversity, Integrity, Community, Wellness and Sustainability.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition

Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing or journalism

OR The equivalent.

Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to diverse student population;
Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic and vocational goals;
Ability to develop curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities;
Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to maintain subject matter currency;
Ability to assess student, program, and institutional learning outcomes;
Knowledge of computers and willingness to adopt new technologies that support student success. Knowledge of and commitment to the California Community College mission.

SALARY RANGE

$89,080.98 - $116,884.82 annually

Maximum Placement Level Salary: $116,884.82 annually

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by January 31, 2026, are assured consideration.