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College of the Desert
  • Position Number: 1136893
  • Location: Palm Desert, CA
  • Position Type: Mathematics


College of the Desert

Mathematics Instructor



Salary: $6,457.11 - $8,239.19 Monthly

Job Type: Full Time Faculty Instructional

Job Number: 17-0417

Location: All locations, CA

Department: School of Arts & Sciences

Closing: 2/10/2018

Description

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Classroom environment and faculty office environment.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

Salary Placement is according to the Full time Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Minimum Master level starting rate is $64,571.15 for an annual 10-month assignment. Maximum starting salary with a doctorate and significant instructional experience is $82,391.92 for a 10-month annual assignment. This is a 10 month per year full-time tenure-track position. For more information on salary placement please see the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader)and Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader).

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INTERVIEWS;
Interviews are tentatively scheduled for March 22nd & 23rd.



Examples of Duties

iA. Classroom responsibilities

1. Meet classes/laboratories on day and times assigned.

2. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline.

3. Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies.

4. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.

5. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner.

6. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.

7. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load.

8. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.

B. Evaluation of Students

1. Evaluate students' progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation.

2. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.

3. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California.

4. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.

5. Submit required administrative paperwork, including grade report forms, in a timely and accurate manner.

C. Curriculum

1. Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.

2. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.

D. Student Advising

1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:

a. Course content, scope, and meaning.

b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.

c. Learning skills

d. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.

e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.

2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.

E. Professional Development

1. Participate in required professional development activities.

2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.

3. Participate in planning staff development programs.

4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.

5. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars, or meetings.

F. Additional Responsibilities

1. Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours.

2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.

3. Attend commencement ceremony.

4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district or community activities.

5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.

6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.

7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.

8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.

9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.

10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.

11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment and screening/interviewing committees.

12. Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.

13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.

14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.

15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master's in mathematics or applied mathematics OR
    bachelor's in either of the above AND master's in statistics, physics, or mathematics education OR the equivalent.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience teaching at a California Community College.

If you do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications as they are defined, you must submit an equivalency request form along with your application materials. Equivalency Request (Download PDF reader)

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency be uploaded with the foreign transcripts.

Supplemental Information

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

  1. Resume
  2. Statement/Cover Letter (See instructions below)
  3. List of References (See instructions below)
  4. Transcripts for all graduate and undergraduate coursework (official or unofficial). Transcripts must show name of institution, degree, discipline and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

COVER LETTER / STATEMENT:
For consideration please attach a maximum three-page statement/letter of introduction addressing why you are interested in the position, how you meet the minimum qualifications and desirable qualifications, and provide evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

LIST OF REFERENCES:
The List of References should include at least two current or previous supervisors, two faculty members, and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff). Please include names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and current telephone numbers. Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of References.



To apply, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/collegeofthedesert

If you are a person who thrives in a diverse environment, who values integrity, respect, student success, and professionalism, we welcome and encourage you to apply.

Employment selection and related decisions at College of the Desert are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, color or any other protected class.








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