Part-Time Career Exploration Instructor (Pool)

Employer: West Valley-Mission Community College District

Location: California, United States

Salary: Salary Not specified

Date posted: May 13, 2026

Position Type: Administrative, Academic Affairs, Adult & Continuing Education Programs

Employment Level: Adjunct

Employment Type: Part Time

Job Details

Part-Time Career Exploration Instructor (Pool)

Closing Date:

Definition:
The Adult Education department has a need for Career Exploration instructors.

This position supports instruction within a Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Coach Bus Operator careers in a noncredit Adult Education setting. The instructor will guide students in developing foundational skills and understanding essential to working in public transit, including professionalism in the workplace, expectations of a career in an occupation, and the habits needed for success in training and employment. The program also includes structured learning experiences such as studying core concepts related to transit operations and participating in site visits to the VTA Bus Yard, where students gain firsthand exposure to the work environment. Overall, the course is designed to help adult learners understand the value of a career in public transit and what it takes to successfully enter and prepare for that pathway.

PART-TIME, ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Assignment:
This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT 6554.

Work location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

Salary and Benefits:
Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 - $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Education - Possess one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree; and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; OR
• Associate degree; and six years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught; OR
• Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter; OR
• A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in the designated discipline; OR
• The equivalent of the above.

AND

2. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

Desired Qualification:
The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualification(s):

• Previous teaching experience

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:
Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following:

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation, in-class activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught and other efforts related to the teaching of the assigned classes.
• Maintain accurate class and other records conforming with state requirements and stated District and college needs.
• Submit, when due, all necessary reports such as attendance, grade reports, rosters and class schedules.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the appropriate instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per section.
• Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the member’s area of expertise.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Application Information:
APPLICATION INFORMATION:

• Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable.
• All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly. Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment.
• The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

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Posting Number: FY22/23-042POOL
Open Date: 05/13/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes