Description

We are accepting applications for the Noncredit Older Adult Art (Watercolor and Drawing) Instructor Adjunct Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous recruitment for department assignments. Please review application material requirements carefully to ensure successful submission. Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received.

The teaching assignment may be at the Valencia or Canyon Country campus, or other college teaching locations. Part-time faculty positions are as needed positions and do not accrue rights to tenure. Part-time faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of students in achieving their educational goals. We offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs.

Example of Duties

College of the Canyons is seeking adjunct faculty members in the Noncredit Department. Applications will be considered for immediate and future eligibility into the Noncredit Older Adult Art (Watercolor and Drawing) Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool.

We are accepting applications on an on-going basis for future consideration into the Applicant Pool. When no review date is listed for an Adjunct Instructor position, the position is open until filled. Your application will not be considered until all required documents have been received.

Service

Assume leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole. Commitment to serving the needs of the student, department, college, and community. Collaboration across disciplines and utilization of student support resources. Participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities.
Participation in curriculum and program development.
Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community.
Participation in ongoing professional development.

Teaching

Ability to create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction.
Ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
Ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of each individual and class. Ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidence-based assessment of student learning.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process, including but not limited to interactive technologies for on campus and on-line courses.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Art.

A Bachelor’s degree with a major related to the subject of the course taught, AND either (1) or (2) below:
Thirty hours or two semester units of course work or class work in understanding the needs of the older adult taken at an accredited institution of higher education or approved by the District. This requirement may be completed concurrently during the first year of employment as a noncredit instructor; OR
One year of professional experience working with older adults

An Associate degree with a major related to the subject of the course taught; and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; and sixty hours or four semester units of coursework or classwork in understanding the needs of the older adult, taken at an accredited institution of higher education or approved by the District. This last requirement may be completed concurrently during the first year of employment as a noncredit instructor.

OR Any bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught or the equivalent;

OR Any associate degree and six (6) years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught or the equivalent;

OR Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter;

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Please detail on your application if you have experience teaching watercolor and/or drawing classes.

Further Details

Assignments may include Monday through Friday (day and evening), as well as Saturday classes.

Adjunct Salary Rate: Starting at $55.54 per hour. (Click HERE to view Academic Adjunct Salary Schedule).

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential/transcripts, background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, proof of eligibility to work in the United States (College of the Canyons hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States) and Board of Trustees approval as required.

Application Instructions: All materials listed below are required to be considered for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to apply online by visiting our website HERE. All application materials must be uploaded online or received by the Human Resources Department, located in the University Center, Suite 360. College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, California 91355. If you require assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 362-3427 or for hearing impaired TTY/TDD (661) 362-5178.

District ACADEMIC Application.
Current detailed resume summarizing education and experience.
Two (2) letters of professional reference. One formal, signed teaching evaluation may be substituted for one (1) letter of reference. *IMPORTANT* Each document must be dated within the last five years and have an original signature (fancy font type signatures are not acceptable).
Complete College transcripts verifying educational degree(s) and/or coursework required for the position. Unofficial or copies of transcripts may be submitted for application purposes (please include both the front and back of ALL transcript pages); however, official transcripts must be submitted at the time of hiring. Copies of college diplomas are not acceptable in lieu of transcripts.