Earth Sciences Instructor
Full-Time, 10 Months
Temporary (Ed. Code 87482.5)
Salary:
Schedule A - $49,263.86 - $71,969.91/ Annually + Benefits
(Dependent upon education & experience)
Deadline:
June 3, 2013 for First Consideration
(Open Until Filled)
Start Date:
August 2013
(Fall Semester begins 8/19/13)
INTRODUCTION:
The position is a full-time teaching assignment in Earth
Sciences and Geology in the Division of Mathematics, Science and
Engineering. This program offers instruction in basic skills and
transfer level collegiate geology/earth sciences and instructors are
able to teach across a broad curriculum.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges (9th edition):
• • • • Master's in geology, geophysics, earth sciences,
meteorology, oceanography, or paleontology OR Bachelor's in geology AND
Master's in geography, physics, or geochemistry OR the equivalent.
(Academic Affairs Division, California Community Colleges 2012)
• Academic Senate’s approved equivalency:
• • • • No current equivalency (AP&P/Senate: July 2008)
AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of
community college students (Assembly Bill 1725; Education Code 87360).
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Knowledge of and ability to introduce innovative methods
and strategies, including PC supported computer technology, to
instruction in earth sciences and geology.
• Previous teaching experience at a community college or university level.
• Evidence of and commitment to working as part of a team.
DUTIES:
• In addition to teaching 15 lecture hour equivalents per
semester, full-time faculty will be responsible for five office hours
per week and preparation time.
• Full-time faculty also participate in curricular
planning, student learning outcome, program learning outcome,
development, assessment, and implementation; evaluation of educational
programs; and college governance contributory to the attainment of the
colleges mission and strategic goals.
• Instructors may be assigned a combination of daytime,
evening, Saturday, and off-campus classes, as the College is dedicated
to the educational success of a diverse student body with diverse needs.
• Continued professional development through Staff Development or other sources is expected.
• Travel between District locations (Palmdale and Lancaster) is also expected.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the
following documents on file in the Human Resources Office by the
deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this
position. Please submit the following documents:
1. A completed and signed Antelope Valley College Full-Time Academic Faculty Application
Please do not state "See Résumé" on any part of the
application. Blank spaces or illegible entries may be cause for
rejection of the application. The District will not return application
materials submitted.
2. A letter of intent, addressing qualifications for this position.
3. A résumé or curriculum vitae.
4. Transcripts* of all college work from an accredited
institution. Unofficial transcripts or photocopies will be accepted to
establish the application file; however, official transcripts will be
required if the candidate is offered the position.
*Note: Any degree from a country other than the United States., including Great Britain and Canada,
must be evaluated by a professional evaluation service.
5. At least two signed letters of recommendation dated
within the last year. These letters should pertain to professional
experience, and are not general “character references.” Applicants are
encouraged to request more than two letters to ensure that at least two
are received prior to application review. No faxed or e-mailed copies
will be accepted.
6. For those disciplines with established Academic
Senate’s approved equivalency, if applicable and you are requesting
equivalency evaluation, complete the Supplemental Equivalency Request
form (attached).
The Antelope Valley Community College District offers an
extensive benefits package that includes full-family medical, dental and
vision plans, employee life insurance and income protection policies,
and eligibility to enroll in the State Teachers’ Retirement System.
Application forms are available on the AVC web site www.avc.edu or from the Human Resources Office and must be returned to:
Office of Human Resources
3041 West Avenue K
Lancaster CA 93536
(661) 722-6311
Faxed or emailed materials cannot be accepted. Unsolicited materials will not be included.
Candidates selected for employment will be required to
provide verification of work authorization pursuant to INS regulations.
Antelope Valley College prohibits discrimination and harassment based on
race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical
disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex,
age, or sexual orientation.
Upon request, we will consider reasonable accommodations
to permit individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the
employment or admission process, (b) perform essential job functions,
(c) enjoy benefits and privileges of similarly-situated individuals
without disabilities, and (d) participate in instruction, programs,
services, activities, or events. AVC is an equal opportunity employer.
