Instructor in Film and Media Studies (Part-Time Pool)

Instructor in Film and Media Studies (Part-Time
Pool)

Ventura County Community College District

Salary:

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: 2026-00267

Location: Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA

Department: Districtwide

Closing: Continuous

Description

We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis for future
consideration for part-time instructors in this discipline at any
of our three colleges (Oxnard, Moorpark, and Ventura). Applications
submitted to this pool will be kept on file for the
Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer
2027 semesters and may be considered if a vacancy becomes
available within the academic year.

If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will
need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor
(Non-Contract/Temporary) provides comprehensive classroom
instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of
facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational
objectives. In accordance with the provisions of Education Code
section 87482.5, Instructors (Non-Contract/Temporary) may be
employed up to 67% of a full-time assignment.

WHO WE ARE

The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public
community college district serving residents throughout Ventura
County. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College,
and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year
colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills
instruction; as well as community service, economic development,
and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and
skills improvement.

The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a
diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes
academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work
environment for its employees, contractors, students, and the
community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse
community fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutual
understanding and respect, and provides role models for all
students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse
and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members
who are dedicated to the success of all college students.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in
any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or
applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group
identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status,
ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex,
religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran
status, and/or physical or mental disability.

Representative Duties

Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or
performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities,
communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among
students through appropriate assignments and activities in
one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional
settings. E

Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other
institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and
effective study skills; refer students to support services,
programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
E

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course
objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,
projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a
timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during
established consultation office hours.
E

Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines
and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in
alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement
the student performance objectives as listed on the official course
outline of record. E

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,
attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and
student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports
related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
E

Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks,
manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with
discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to
campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
E

Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in
accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments
within the discipline or area of specialization.
E

Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular
basis to assess and revise measurable student performance
indicators for each course. E

May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide
input into the development of student learning outcomes.

May attend and participate on committees and in department,
division, campus, and district meetings.

May participate in articulation and matriculation related
activities.

May provide work direction to others.

Perform related duties as assigned.

E = Essential Duties

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the
discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board
of Governors and defined in the
Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in
California Community Colleges handbook.

Master's degree in Film/Cinema and Media Studies, Film, Television,
and Media Studies, Drama/Theater, Mass Communication OR Bachelor's
degree in any of the above AND Master's degree in
Visual Studies, Media Studies, English, or Communication OR the
equivalent*;OR
possession of a valid California Community College
Teaching Credential appropriate to the
discipline.

All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college
or university.

If you have completed your education at an institution
outside of the United States, please see the section below titled
"Foreign Transcripts" for additional
information.

*EQUIVALENCY

The Ventura County Community College District, in its desire to
select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool
of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may
attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means.
Certain combinations of education, experience, and other
accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal
to the stated minimum qualifications for this position.

Candidates whose transcripts do not list the title of their degree
exactly as listed above, but feel they possess such equivalent
qualifications, are encouraged to complete and submit the
Supplemental Questionnaire for (Download PDF
reader)Equivalency with their application for
review by the Districtwide Equivalency Committee.

Example:

Minimum Qualifications state: "Master's degree in
agriculture".

Candidate's transcripts state: "Master's degree in agricultural
science".

Since the degree on the candidate's transcripts in the example does
not EXACTLY MATCH the degree listed in the minimum qualifications
section, this candidate MUST complete the
Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (Download PDF
reader) in order to be considered. When completing the form, be
sure to explain in detail how your qualifications are equivalent to
the required minimum qualifications. Do not assume that you do not
need to submit a Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency because
your degree is similar to a degree stated in the minimum
qualifications. Degree titles that are not an exact match will
not be considered outside of the equivalency process.

The equivalency review is an independent process for district-wide
disciplines that is separate from the recruitment process to fill a
vacancy. A subcommittee of discipline experts that is coordinated
by an Academic Senate President will review the equivalency
materials and make a recommendation as to whether or not the
applicant demonstrated they have qualifications that are equivalent
to those shown in the minimum qualifications section of the job
posting. For disciplines that are unique to a specific campus, the
equivalency may be done by the hiring committee along with an
Academic Senate President. Please be aware that the hiring
committee may not be able to wait for the results from the
equivalency review due to various time constraints and may need to
move forward with the recruitment process.

For further details regarding equivalency and the criteria by which
equivalency may be granted, please review VCCCD
Board Policy 7211andVCCCD
Administrative Policy 7211.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

If a vacancy in this discipline becomes available at one of the
campuses, the applications in this pool will be reviewed by the
hiring department. Only complete application packets that
include the required documents and that meet the minimum
qualifications (or that have been determined to possess equivalent
qualifications) will be reviewed. The candidates deemed
most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview.
When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it
is important to outline in detail your education, training
(classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be
evaluated based upon the information provided.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you need assistance using the online application system, please
contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at (855)
524-5627 between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday
through Friday.

All applicants, including previous and current
VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents
with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware
that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in
District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials
will not be considered unless they are included in your application
packet. All required documents must be submitted by the
applicant. You may submit a new application once every 24
hours, but it must have all of the attachments as listed below.
Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification.
Please note that only the most recent application submitted will be
considered.

1. A completed Ventura County Community College
District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.

• All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes are

not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of
the employment application.

2. Cover Letter.

• The cover letter of must include the following: A) the date,

your name, and the position and locations for which you are
applying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of the
diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and
ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide
the screening committee with an understanding of how you will
contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD
community.

3. Resume

4. Letters of recommendation(recommended, not
required)

• If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should

be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept
confidential letters of recommendation.

5. Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if
applicable)

• See the section titled "Equivalency" under the minimum

qualifications above.

6. Complete official or unofficial college/university
transcripts

• Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the

degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered
for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications.
Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of
transcripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to be
conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin
employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the
degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the
anticipated completion date in your response to the associated
supplemental question provided during the application process.
An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being
hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until
official transcripts have been received.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS

If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is
not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education,
you must include a
full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application
materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework.
Please include a copy of the foreign transcript that was
evaluated. Visit the Council
for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)or the U.S.

Department of Education to search for institutions that
are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts
evaluated, please review the list
of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation
(Download
PDF reader). If applicable, an official copy of your
foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon
hire.

PAY PHILOSOPHY

Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educational
achievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is within
the starting salary range. Further advancements are based on
longevity and educational growth. Please review the
Explanation of Salary Placement for Part-Time (Download PDF
reader)Faculty for more information.

STARTING SALARY

Part-time faculty with classroom assignments are paid between
$2,408 and $3,108 per semester
per 10% load.

Part-time faculty salaries are governed by the collective
bargaining agreement between the Ventura County Federation of
College Teachers, AFT, Local 1828, AFL-CIO, and the Ventura County
Community College District. More information can be found in the

AFT contract.

Please be aware that we will require verification of all part-time
teaching experience for which you wish to receive credit toward
placement on the salary schedule. You will have 30 days to verify
receipt of the offer of employment. Verification must come from the
human resources department and state the percentage of
full-time-equivalent assignment you worked during the specified
time period.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview process
who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability must
notify the Ventura County Community College District Human
Resources Department in writing at least two business days before
the interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations should
document this request in an email to HRMail@vcccd.edu and include
an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to
participate in the selection process.

For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD,
including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our
Academic
Careers page.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/vcccd/jobs/5454777/instructor-in-film-and-media-studies-part-time-pool

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