"OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT TRAINING: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (non-credit)"

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT TRAINING: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (non-credit)

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Number: Not specified

Location: District Wide

Position Type: Adjunct

The Position: Part-time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part-time positions are as-needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to San Diego.

Assignments may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus classes.

Major Responsibilities:

• Primary duties of adjunct faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Adjunct instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.

1. Bachelor's degree; and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught OR
2. Associate degree; and six years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught OR
3. Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter OR
4. The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications:

• Graduation from a JCAPO approved program for Ophthalmic Technician
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician
• IJCAPO Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist

Pay Information: At the time that an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts and Verifications of Previous Work Experience (if applicable). Instructors with advanced coursework and/or experience shall be placed on the appropriate class and step on the Adjunct College Salary Schedules, effective the first month following receipt of the official transcripts and Verifications of Previous Work Experience (if applicable). Initial salary placement will be at the first class/step until all required documentation has been submitted. Click here for the current salary schedule.

Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.