"Vocational Construction Instructor Part-time Temporary Pool (Noncredit)"

Job Description

College of Marin's noncredit Vocational Construction courses review the materials, tools, techniques, and safety practices used in the construction of diverse applications, focusing on a variety of structures in various settings.

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

• Providing effective classroom or laboratory instruction in construction 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
• Working evenings and weekends
• Contributing to development of program policies and procedures
• 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
• Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not required

Requirements & Desirables

REQUIREMENTS

1. Any Bachelor's degree and two years of occupational experience related to the course taught; or
2. Any Associate's degree and six years of occupational experience related to the course taught; or
3. Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter (applies to short-term noncredit courses only); or
4. The equivalent; and
5. Demonstrated sensitivity to, and an understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

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. If you feel that you qualify under equivalency, please provide the basis for equivalency in the Agency Questions section of the application and submit supporting evidence where applicable (as an attachment). Copies of applicable transcripts must accompany your application and all foreign credentials must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation in order for equivalency to be determined. If you are currently completing the degree program that would qualify you for this position and do not yet hold the requisite degree, you must request equivalency.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• An Associate's or higher degree in a construction-related field.
• Industry-relevant certifications, including contractor's license, construction project management, or other applicable licensure.
• Firsthand knowledge of the construction process and proven experience in the construction industry.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate partnerships with related program industry personnel and advisory committee members.
• Bilingual ability to communicate effectively in English/Spanish or any other foreign language.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

• Competencies related to curriculum & course development; teaching & learning theory; information resources & evaluating student outcomes; and, assisting student 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 communication skills in English