"Political Science Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool"

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Part-time Temporary Pool

Location: Kentfield - In Person, CA

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 Political Science course, including, but not limited to: American Political Institutions; Introduction to Government of the United States; and Comparative Political Systems.

Also included are:

• 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 degree in Political Science, Government, Public Administration, or International Relations; or
2. A Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a Master's degree in Economics, History, Social Science, Sociology, any Ethnic Studies, JD or LL.B.; 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)

• Competencies related to curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting students to develop critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus community
• Currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibility and subject matter
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the campus community
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin
• Understanding equity as the recognition of historical and systemic disparities in opportunity and outcomes and providing the resources necessary to address those disparities
• Understanding of contemporary equity and diversity concepts and issues in a community college setting
• Familiarity with, willingness and ability to use multiple teaching methods including computer-based learning
• Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self-learners
• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology
• Evidence of excellent written and verbal skills in English

Conditions of Employment

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Required Application Documents

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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...

Temporary Part-time Credit Instructor Payment Formulas: [formulas]...