PT POOL - Ethnic Studies Instructor

PT POOL - Ethnic Studies Instructor

Rancho Santiago Community College District

Salary Range: Lecture Rate: $88.40 - $102.33, depending upon
education.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: AC25-01226

Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA

Division: SCC Arts Humanities and Social Sciences

Closing: 12/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

POSITION DETAILS

About Rancho Santiago Community College
District

Rancho
Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most
established districts in the state and has been in operation for
nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one
of the largest of California's 72 community college districts,
based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD
encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a
population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of
Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of
Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin,
and Yorba Linda. The district includes Santiago Canyon College and
Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing
Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, the Joint Powers Fire
Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training
Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the
District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations
are actively involved in supporting both community and campus
programs.

RSCCD's student population is a direct reflection of the diverse
communities in the surrounding neighborhoods. As a whole, the
district has the honor of serving approximately 55,537 students:
51% Hispanic/Latinx, 20% White, 9% Asian & Filipino, and 2% are
African American. RSCCD is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution
(HSI) and serves predominately historically underrepresented
students. There is a commitment to foster student centered values
among our employees to provide equitable student learning, academic
excellence, and workforce development. By delivering high-quality
educational programs and student support services, the district
ensures that students have the appropriate resources to achieve
their goals.

At RSCCD, our mission is to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion,
accessibility, and justice into all aspects of student academics
and employee relations. Thus, creating transformational experiences
that prepares students and employees to engage in the world with a
renewed sense-of-self. Through this commitment, Rancho Santiago
Community College District strives to cultivate a learning
environment that prioritizes respect, to ensure that RSCCD
stakeholders feel valued and supported throughout their academic
and professional careers.

About the Position

The Division seeks to establish a roster of eligible candidates for
part-time, temporary, hourly teaching positions during the

Fall 2025

and

Spring

2026

semesters as needed. The Hiring Administrator will draw from this
pool of applicants when there is a requirement for temporary
assignments. If your qualifications match our needs, the division
dean or department chair will reach out to you to arrange an
interview. Please refrain from contacting the Recruitment Office
for updates on your application status.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving
diverse community college student populations, including those with
differing abilities, AB 540 students, DACA recipients, Foreign
Residents, VACA participants, and Continuing Education students.
They will support RSCCD's mission to promote self-awareness,
knowledge, and communication skills, enabling students to
participate creatively and confidently in an ever-changing
world.

Candidates will cultivate an inclusive classroom culture that
engages and supports a diverse student population. They should
effectively teach students from varied ethnic, racial, cultural,
and socioeconomic backgrounds, including those with disabilities or
differing academic preparation levels. Candidates should show
sensitivity to diverse learning needs and a commitment to equity
and anti-racism. They will help empower students to achieve their
educational and career goals while fostering creativity,
confidence, and lifelong learning.

General Responsibilities

Teach all assigned classes, which may include evening or off-campus
assignments unless excused according to Board Policy provisions.
Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and
academic progress. Assist in maintaining course outline for each
assigned course. Be familiar with and observe the administrative
regulations as they appear in the Faculty Handbook (flex calendar
obligations, course overviews, etc.). Participate in department
committees and activities. Will teach a variety of courses/levels
within the discipline/area of study.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

(Applicants must meet one of the following):

• Possess from an accredited institution: Master's in

African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza
Studies, Chicana/o Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native
American/ American Indian Studies OR Master's in Ethnic Studies OR
the equivalent, OR

• Possess a valid California Community College credential,

OR

• The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum

qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the
application form).

• Equivalencies that the Department accepts as valid: The

department will accept Master's or PhD degrees in Latina/o/@/x/e
Studies, Chicana/o/@/x/e Studies, Mexican American Studies, Latin
American Studies, Afro American Studies, Pacific Islander Studies,
Indigenous Studies, First Nation Studies, Afro Latina/o/@/x/e
Studies, and American Studies. The department will also accept a
Master's degree or PhD in a similar field which may lie outside the
Four Core (American Indian/Native Americans, Black/African
Americans, Asian Americans, and Chicana/Chicano/Latina/o Americans)
with at least 18 upper-division, graduate-level, or post-graduate
level semester units (or 27 quarter units) in Ethnic Studies.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in teaching students from diverse ethnic and

cultural backgrounds and widely varying levels of proficiency
preferred.

• A working knowledge of and experience with student learning

outcomes and assessment.

APPLICATION PROCESS

This position is to fill part-time, temporary, hourly assignments
on an as-needed basis. To ensure full consideration, all applicants
must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College
District application that includes the items listed below.

A Complete Application Packet Must Include the
Following:

• RSCCD Online Application
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume - details all relevant

education, training, and teaching experience (including courses
taught), and other work experience

• All Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)

Foreign Degrees

Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be
evaluated by an agency that is approved by or a member of the
National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association
of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE), or Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).

Application Screening

In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the
following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for
interviews:

• Educational experience - breadth and depth
• Work experience - breadth and depth
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Curriculum development
• Program development
• Community involvement
• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic

community

• Credentials or minimum qualifications authorizing service in

other areas of need

• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a
limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to
the position will be invited to participate in the selection
process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.
Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee
advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will
be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and
are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.

Interview

Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take
additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior
to the interview date. During the oral session, those selected for
interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the
following factors:

• Oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem-solving skills
• Successful teaching, problem-solving, or performance

demonstration

• Writing skills/demonstration

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants
interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet
concise information on their related experience to ensure the
correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria
will be applied consistently to all applicants.

Disability Accommodations

Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the
Application or Interviewing Process in accordance with ADA should
notify the Recruitment Office in the Human Resources Division at
least two days prior to the closing date, by calling (714)
480-7455.

Conditions of Employment

The selected candidate is required to complete the following before
employment as part of the onboarding process:

• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in

the United States.

• Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam (TB).
• Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense,

and clearance must be received before the first day of
employment)

• Submit official transcripts.
• Submit official verification of employment letters.

EEO STATEMENT

The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed
to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal
employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on
ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex,
race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental
disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or
genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service
in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived
characteristics or based on association with a person or group with
one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Applications from all persons interested in the position are
encouraged.

RSCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history
pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to
disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check
until a conditional employment offer is made to you. After making a
conditional offer and running a background check, if RSCCD is
concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job,
you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances
surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or
challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rsccd/jobs/5034904/pt-pool-ethnic-studies-instructor

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