| Posting Number | 2014068F |
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| Position Title | Physics Instructor (Full-time Tenure-Track Faculty Position) |
| Department | Mathematics & Science CSM (DEPT) |
| Location | College San Mateo |
| Position Number | 4F0022 |
| Percentage of Full Time | The work year is 175 days (10 month of service). |
| FLSA | Exempt (does not accrue overtime) |
| Months per Year | 10 |
| If other, please specify | |
| Salary Range | Initial placement with a Master’s Degree can range from $62,292 up to $78,168 per year; and a Ph.D. can range from $71,376 to $83,436 per year |
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| Position Type | Faculty Positions |
Posting Text
| General Statement |
The San Mateo County Community College District seeks employees who value working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve success. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create integrated, interdisciplinary learning experiences. SMCCCD faculty members are expected to be knowledgeable about and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods as appropriate to the discipline.
Start date of this assignment: Fall 2015
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| Duties and Responsibilities |
The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.
1. Teach all levels of courses in Physics from conceptual and preparatory to calculus-based, including a combination of lecture and laboratory sections
2. Assist in curriculum assessment and revisions and new course development, including student learning outcomes and assessment processes
3. Collaborate with other instructors to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
4. Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment and technology that will enhance offerings of the departments
5. Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies, technologies, and curricula and develop new instructional materials and techniques to meet the changing needs of students
6. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
7. Serve as a member of division and college committees
8. Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs in a timely manner.The college offers day and evening classes, and faculty may be required to teach a class in the evening.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
• Possession of a Master’s Degree in Physics, Astronomy or Astrophysics OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics or Astronomy AND a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, or Geophysics OR the equivalent (see information below).
• Demonstrated cultural awareness, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff
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| Physical Requirements | |
| Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications |
For persons applying for this position based on Equivalence, please answer the supplemental question on the online application indicating one or more of the following:
Degree Equivalence
The applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise or the coursework is slightly different.
Academic Background Equivalence
Related to disciplines in which a Master’s Degree is not generally expected or available. The applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units of coursework in the academic field and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following:
i) a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree, and
ii) a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major.
Professional Achievement Equivalence
The applicant must have completed the General Education requirements for that degree and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that his/her preparation, teaching experience, work experience, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.
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| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
The screening committee will select for interview candidates from among those applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, give evidence of any or all of the following.
Subject Matter Preparation
Preference will be given to candidates who:
1. Possess a professional level of competence in physics with demonstrated familiarity with the sub-disciplines of physics
2. Have demonstrated ability to teach college-level conceptual physics, preparatory physics, trigonometry-based physics, and calculus-based physics
3. Have demonstrated ability to teach college-level astronomy
4. Have a demonstrated ability to teach at a college level in a related field such as chemistry, engineering or mathematics
5. Have recent successful experience in teaching or preparation to teach in a community college
Evidence of outstanding ability as a teacher:
In addition to a short classroom lecture or lab demonstration that will be part of the interview process, appropriate evidence includes, but is not limited to, experience, training, or achievement that the candidate has:
6. Commitment to staying abreast with the latest developments in physics, astronomy, and physics education
7. The ability to reflect on and critically evaluate pedagogy and implement changes to improve student learning
8. The ability to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students’ abilities and learning styles in all levels of community college courses
9. The ability to use teaching methods that engage students actively in their own learning, promote development of critical thinking skills, and encourage them to become lifelong learners
10. The ability to use a variety of instructional methods including those that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to subject matter
11. The ability to develop student learning outcomes and methods for assessing student achievement of those outcomes
12. Experience with and willingness to expand the effective use of technology in physics education, including online instruction
13. Enthusiasm for, understanding of, and commitment to the teaching profession and the mission of the community college
Evidence of effectiveness as a colleague:
14. The ability, initiative, and commitment to work collaboratively with faculty and staff in the spirit of collegiality and innovation to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
15. Commitment to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom through on-going contributions to department, division and college activities
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| Preferred Qualifications | |
| Faculty Benefits |
Benefits include a choice of medical plans, dental coverage, vision care, sick leave, salary continuance insurance, and an optional tax-deferred flexible benefit plan. Coverage is offered for employees and all eligible dependents. Academic employees participate in the State Teachers’ Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California. Employees may also be eligible for various first-time homebuyer programs.
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Posting Detail Information
| Open Date | 02/11/2015 |
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| First Review Date | 03/18/2015 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Required Application Materials
All applicants are required to submit: 1. A completed online District application form (go to https://jobs.smccd.edu to complete the application and to apply for this position) 2. A resume that details all relevant education, training, and teaching experience (including courses taught), and other work experience. 3. Undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts (copies accepted) 4. A cover letter of no more than 3 pages addressing the Requirements and the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed in the job announcement.
The cover letter should address the applicant’s qualifications as they directly relate to the Requirements and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed in this announcement.
Unofficial copies of all undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts may be submitted with the application; official copies will be required at the time of the interview.
SMCCCD Office of Human Resources
3401 CSM Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402 Tel.: (650) 574-6555 Fax (650) 574-6574 Web Page: www.smccd.edu/hr |
| Conditions of Employment |
Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:
1. Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions) 2. Submit verifications of prior employment 3. Satisfactory references 4. Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process 5. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States 6. Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees 7. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment. 8. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying. |
| EEO Statement |
The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.
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| Accomodations |
Applicants who have disabilities may request that special accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process. Accommodation request forms and a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures are available in the Office of Human Resources.
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- District Employee
- District Employment Site
- CCC Registry
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- ACCCA
- HERC
- EdJoin.com
- Indeed.com
- Other
- Facebook or Twitter
- * Do you possess a Master's Degree in Physics, Astronomy or Astrophysics OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics or Astronomy AND a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, or Geophysics OR the equivalent?
- Yes
- No
- I am applying for equivalence
- * If you are applying for equivalence to meet the minimum requirements for this position, please identify which equivalence from the following options. (Applicant is encouraged to attach appropriate validation, such as transcripts, evaluations, portfolios, certificates, licenses, employer attestation, publications or other relevant materials which support this application.) DEGREE EQUIVALENCE: Description ACADEMIC BACKGROUND EQUIVALENCE: Description PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT EQUIVALENCE: Description(Open Ended Question)
- * Can you demonstrate cultural awareness, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- College Transcripts
- Other Document 1
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
