Part-Time Art History Instructor (Pool)
San Mateo County Community College District - San Mateo, California, United States, 94409![San Mateo County Community College District](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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2014335FDepartment:
Human Resources DIST (DEPT)Location:
Caada College, College of San Mateo, Skyline CollegePosition Number:
PTF122Percentage of Full Time:
VariesFLSA:
Exempt (does not accrue overtime)Months per Year:
otherIf other, please specify:
Semester assignments as neededSalary Range:
Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course - $71.83 up to $105.43 per hour. Lecture Course - $83.63 up to $121.64.Position Type:
Part-Time Faculty, TemporaryWho We Are:
The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the Districts Strategic Plan, 'success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals.' The Districts
'Students First' Strategic Plan
is focused on 'Student Success, Equity and Social Justice.' We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences - emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our San Mateo County Community College District team, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty and classified staff, administration, students and community partners.The College and the District:
The San Mateo County Community College District is home to Caada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. All three of our colleges are designated as Hispanic Serving Institutions enrolling approximately 20,000 students each academic year. San Mateo County Community College District has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities that it serves. Detailed information about the student population, including data related to student success, can be found on the
San Mateo County Community College Districts Educational Services & Planning website.Who We Want:
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; andStrategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.The San Mateo County Community College District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals. All departments strongly encourage collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences. College faculty are expected to be knowledgeable about, and willing to use, different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve.Your cover letter must include discussion of the following questions:What have been the most successful strategies for supporting students who have been historically marginalized?What are the key factors in your success teaching community college courses in art history, including non-western art?The Position:
The Colleges seek a part-time faculty member in Art History. The ideal candidate will share the Colleges' commitment to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population.This position is a 'pool' position meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. The District maintains a 'pool' of applications for positions which are needed on an ongoing basis at Canada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. The advantage of 'pool' positions is when a position becomes available, the Dean may immediately begin screening applications from the available pool of applicants without having to post a position and wait while the position is being advertised. Your application for this position will be kept current for a period of two years.Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties below are representative of the position and not intended to cover all the duties performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment.Provide effective classroom instruction in Art History, including surveys of western and non-western art, using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matterInstruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies, and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussionsTeaching on-campus, online, hybrid, Dual Enrollment, evening and/or Saturday assignments may be required as part of the contractPerform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs. Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not requiredParticipate in program activities including curriculum and program planning, development, evaluation, and decision making as well as the development of new teaching-learning methods and materials. Part-time faculty will be compensated according to the District contractTeach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with District, College, and Division policies in the performance of dutiesMinimum Qualifications:Possession of a Masters or above in art history, history of art and architecture or visual culture/visual studies
OR
Bachelors in art history and Masters in history
OR
Masters in art with a recorded emphasis or concentration in art history
OR
the equivalent (see below)Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staffKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Currency and depth of knowledge in the field of art history, both western and non-western artUnderstanding of and commitment to teaching community college studentsKnowledge and understanding of the accountability and critical dimensions of equity in the classroomAbility to use and develop teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration, and engage students actively in learning, encouraging them to become independent, creative learners with higher order thinking skillsAbility to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students with different abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiencesAbility to communicate clearly orally and in writing with a diverse campus communityUnderstanding of the role of supplemental learning and academic resources; familiarity with the use of multimedia-based technology, including computer-based technology appropriate to the art history disciplineSupport of the Divisions commitment to establish academic standardsAbility to work effectively and professionally with colleagues and members of the campus communityAn understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disabilities, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staffExperience with or willingness to use Open Education ResourcesPreferred Qualifications:Successful experience teaching art history at the community college levelAbility to teach one or more of the following: surveys of western and non-western art, and art appreciationDemonstrated ability to employ innovative teaching techniques and methodologiesKnowledge and ability to make the subject matter inclusive in terms of gender and culture, and awareness of the social issues of visual cultureSuccessful online teaching experienceKnowledge of cultural-responsive pedagogical teaching techniques and effective ways for engaging students who are historically under-represented and under-servedBenefits:
Academic employees participate in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.Special Instructions Summary:
Required application materials will be screened on the basis of Requirements and Desirable Skills and Abilities listed in this announcement. Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and desirable skills and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to provide a teaching demonstration or demonstrate other job-related skills.Conditions of Employment:
Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions)Submit verifications of prior employmentSatisfactory referencesSuccessfully being cleared for employment through the background checking processPresent original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United StatesApproval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of TrusteesProvide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying.EEO Statement:
The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.Accommodations:
Applicants who have disabilities may request that special accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process. Accommodation requests and a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures can be made by completing our:
Applicant Reasonable Accommodation Request FormAnnual Security Report:
San Mateo County Community College Districts (SMCCCD) 2021 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. Our 2021 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies, such as those concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The 2021 Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every member of the community remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2021
Annual Security Report
is now available. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures and resources.To apply, visit:
https://jobs.smccd.edu/
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