ANTHROPOLOGY INSTRUCTOR

ANTHROPOLOGY INSTRUCTOR

San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

Close/First Review Date: 11/29/2026

Work Location: Evergreen Valley College

Position Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE (10
Months) Tenure Track position as Anthropology Instructor in the
Division of Social Sciences, Humanities, Arts and PE located at
Evergreen Valley College.

Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities.

This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.

2. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles.

3. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations, research projects, publishing academic work, participation in statewide committees or organizations, etc.

4. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic and socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others.

5. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes and assessment, program review, committees, research and special projects as needed in the discipline/department or district.

6. Attend and participate in department, division and college meetings and keep posted office hours.

7. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census, reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions.

8. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required by
California Education Code and Board policy.

9. Foster a professional work and learning environment.

10. Attend and participate in meetings as needed with student athletics personnel

11. Stay current on requirements for maintaining eligibility for athletic competition,

and serve as an expert on this subject for other counseling faculty.

12. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining
Agreement.

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

OR

Bachelor's in either of the above

AND

Masters in Sociology, Biological Sciences, Forensic Sciences,
Genetics or Paleontology

OR

The equivalent.

Desired Qualifications:

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Preferred graduate degree in Anthropology in the four field approach, as evidenced by academic coursework and/or training in the four fields (cultural, biological/physical, linguistic/language and cultural, and archaeology). Evidenced by academic coursework and/or training such as internships, fieldwork, etc.

2. Experience and/or training teaching physical anthropology lecture and lab and other relevant introductory courses in anthropology.

3. Experience designing and teaching curricula responsive to the needs of historically underrepresented and/or marginalized students.

4. Evidence of participation in professional and pedagogical growth
(ongoing education via coursework, conferences, lectures, etc.)

5. Demonstrated collaborative engagement as evidenced by participation in venues such as field trips, committee work, events, etc.

6. Demonstrated commitment to student centered learning, cultural understanding, and increasing student retention and success via experience, training, conferences, lectures, and coursework.

7. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively and effectively as a part of a team.

8. Demonstrated experience successfully teaching college level anthropology courses.

9. Demonstrated competence, understanding, and assessment of the latest technological advances, including Artificial Intelligence and other computer/information programs through a commitment to professional development in Artificial Intelligence relevant topics through trainings, conferences, certifications, etc.

10. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

District's Diversity Requirements

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the

diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.

• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major

duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Salary Range:

$100,410 to $137,835 Entry Level Annual Salary (Academic Salary
Schedule 2026-2027); Maximum Salary Potential $178,838. Note:
Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified education and experience.

Benefits:

Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection.
Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible
Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts.
Faculty also receive paid sick leave.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding;
provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of fall 2017, with enrollment of approximately 18,500 per semester, and an extremely diverse student population
(Hispanic/Latino 44%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific
Islander 32%, American Indian/Native American 0.5%, White/Caucasian
11%) attaining educational goals reflecting 45% – AA Degree and
Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District's emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the
State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors and confidential staff consisting of 29 % Hispanic/Latino, 13%
Asian/Pacific Islander, 7% Black/African American, 23%
White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

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