Part Time Instructor, Sociology

Class Purpose

Peralta Community College District is seeking qualified Part-Time
Faculty members to provide high-quality instruction and student
support in accordance with the District's mission of advancing
equity, student success, and academic excellence. Part-time faculty
are responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive instruction that
promotes student learning and achievement while supporting the
diverse educational goals of the District's students.

Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may include day,
evening, weekend, online, or hybrid classes at any of the
District's colleges.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the
following:

• Teach assigned courses in accordance with approved course

outlines and student learning outcomes.

• Prepare and deliver effective, student-centered instruction

using evidence-based teaching practices.

• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials,

assignments, and assessments.

• Evaluate student performance in a timely and equitable manner

and maintain accurate academic records.

• Submit grades and other required reports by established

deadlines.

• Create an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning

environment for students from diverse backgrounds.

• Maintain regular communication with students and respond

promptly to inquiries.

• Utilize the District's learning management system and other

instructional technologies as appropriate.

• Comply with District policies, collective bargaining

agreements, accreditation standards, and applicable federal and
state regulations.

• Participate in department meetings, professional development,

and other college activities as appropriate for part-time
faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Master's degree in sociology; OR
• Possession of a Bachelor's in sociology AND Master's

degree in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work or
psychology; OR

• The equivalent qualification.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse

academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic
backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff and
community.

Supplemental Information

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as established by
the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office. Applicants
are required to demonstrate that they meet the minimum
qualifications by submitting official or unofficial transcripts and
providing a complete and detailed record of relevant professional
work experience in their application materials.

The District will review education and work history to determine
whether minimum qualifications are met. Determinations are made in
accordance with Title 5 regulations and District procedures.
Official transcripts and additional verification of employment will
be required upon offer of employment.

If experience is required in lieu of a master's
degree:

For disciplines requiring a degree and professional experience,
applicants must clearly describe how their education and work
experience meet the stated minimum qualifications.

Equivalency

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly may
apply for equivalency. Equivalency determinations are made through
a separate review process in accordance with District
procedures.

The Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who
formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the

Completed Equivalency Request Form . The form should be
submitted to Marshniel Chandra (mchandra@peralta.edu) before the
application close date. Be sure to attach detailed evidence, such
as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support
the equivalency.

In order to be considered for this position, you must
submit the following:

1. An application

2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies
especially relevant to your teaching style and describing any
qualifications not evident in your resume or curriculum
vitae.

3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background and
experience.

4. Transcripts

• Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualify

for this position; unofficial or legible copies are acceptable but
must indicate that the degree(s) has been conferred, if
applicable.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in
elimination from the selection process. Official transcripts will
be required prior to appointment.

All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications
must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an
accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of
Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your
degree/coursework is from a college or university outside of the
United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a
professional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can be
found at
https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635)
. Transcripts or translations in English still require the
evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front and
back) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California Community
College credential authorizing service in the appropriate
discipline.

Please note, the District’s preferred method of communication with
applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the
e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail
frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview.
Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions is
contingent upon:

1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2) proof of
eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprint clearance;
and 4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate
degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California
Community College credential. 5) receipt of work verification
required to meet minimum qualifications (if applicable).