Need Astronomy Instructor, Part-Time Faculty in Joshua Tree, CA

Job title: Astronomy Instructor, Part-Time Faculty
Company: Copper Mountain Community College (CA)
Job description: Position Description

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the part-time instructor to conduct assigned classes and support advancement of the values represented by the Vision Statement and Mission Statement of the District.
**Be sure to upload the required attachments in order for your application to be considered**

**Be sure to upload the required attachments in order for your application to be considered**
This posting is for Fall 2023 and is a late-start class that will run from October 16 - December 16, 2023
**This position is for online, asynchronous modality**

**Applications will be reviewed as they are received**

Duties and Responsibilities

• Meet classes and laboratories on days and times assigned per the published class schedule.

• Publish in syllabus and maintain office hours; advise students enrolled in the instructor's classes in such matters as:

• Course content, scope and meaning, grading criteria;
• Major course requirements for degrees or certificates;
• Strategies to assist students in achieving published SLOs;
• Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the course or subject field;
• Career opportunities related to the subject field.

• Develop and implement instruction for each class or laboratory period that fulfills all course requirements contained in the official Course Outline of Record (COR) and is consistent with the academic and vocational program standards and objectives.

• Develop a written syllabus based on the Academic Senate's standards and submit as per District policy.

• Periodically assess and advise students of their progress toward meeting course objectives.

• Respect student rights as specified in District policy and applicable federal and state laws or regulations.

• In the absence of full-time faculty in the discipline, submit textbook adoption forms for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner, according to the approved procedure.

• When appropriate refer students to tutoring and related student services.

• Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement.

• Assign and submit grades by deadline in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title 5 regulations for the State of California.

• Keep official records, collect data, and submit records by deadlines as required by District policy and administrative procedures.

• Prepare and submit necessary forms in accordance with college procedures.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Respond to administration with regard to the evaluation of student petitions and grievances.

• Abide by District regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.

• Advise management of unsafe conditions, potential hazards or accidents in a timely manner.

• Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Qualifications

Standards are established in accordance with the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges as adopted by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors for the discipline.

Minimum Qualifications: Master's in physics, astronomy or astrophysics
OR Bachelor's in physics or astronomy AND Master's in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics
OR the equivalent

Required Attachments: * A current and complete resume or CV highlighting educational, professional, and applicable experiences.

• College transcripts for Master's and Bachelor's degrees from an accredited college or university (student copies are acceptable for application purposes but official transcripts will be required if hired.)
• A cover letter

Hourly rate is based on degree:
PhD/EdD: $58.95/hour - Lecture. $47.49/hour - Lab.
MA/MS: $56.63/hour - Lecture. $45.62/hour - Lab.
BA/BS: $54.41/hour - Lecture. $43.83/hour - Lab.

Tentative Timeline:
Committee screening will take place one to two weeks from the closing date.
First interviews held two to three weeks from expected closing date.
Second interviews held two to three weeks from expected first interview.
*All dates are subject to change based on availability

Equal Opportunity Statement
Copper Mountain College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons and to provide educational and employment opportunities free from discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, gender identification, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disabilities, and other physical or verbal conduct. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer and/or Section 504/ADA Coordinator.
Expected salary: $45.62 - 58.95 per hour
Location: Joshua Tree, CA

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