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Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy

Position Number: 6593085
Location: Pittsburg, CA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Philosophy

Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy

Posting Number: F01263
Location: Los Medanos College
Salary:

Description of Position:
The Arts, Humanities, and Philosophy department is seeking part-time instructors for Philosophy in Spring 2026 and for their adjunct pool. Interested applicants should be prepared to teach partially and fully face-to-face courses at Los Medanos College's Pittsburg and Brentwood, CA campuses.

Inquiries:
Eric Sanchez, Department Chair, esanchez@losmedanos.edu
Lucy Snow, Department Chair, lsnow@losmedanos.edu
Rachel Anicetti, Dean of Instruction, ranicetti@losmedanos.edu

Position Status: Temporary
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: L5002-Art

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
Master's in philosophy OR Bachelor's in philosophy AND Master's in humanities or religious studies, OR the equivalent.

Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.

Desirable Qualifications:

Job Open Date: 09/22/2025
Job Close Date: 10/24/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: Spring 2026
# of Months: 4

To apply, visit: https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/11664

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