English: Contract Instructor-College Credit

English: Contract Instructor-College Credit
San Diego Community College District
Closing Date: 4/5/2024
Position Number: 007872
Location: San Diego Miramar College
Position Type: Academic
The Position:
Posting Details (Default Section)
Closing Date: 04/05/2024 Open Until Filled No Classification Title English: Contract Instructor-College Credit Working Title Assistant Professor, English Recruitment Limits Location San Diego Miramar College Pay Information Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44 - $8,849.03) per month based on the 2024 AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Monthly Salary Schedule.
Initial salary placement for this Assistant Professor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.
The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code 87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits. Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE Job Duration 10 Months Position Number: 007872 FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty Range (na) Position Type Academic Department English The Position San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Associate Professor of English. Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
We are a fast-growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Minority Serving Institution (MSI) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.
The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. Our student population of 14,193 [African American (5%), Native American (<1%), Asian (14%), Filipino (7%), Latinx (30%), Multiple Ethnicities (8%), Pacific Islander (1%), White (32%), Unreported (2%)], is reflective of the diverse community we serve.In addition to expertise in their field, San Diego Miramar College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our diverse student populations. Additionally, candidates should be able to demonstrate ways they will develop tools and resources to better serve historically marginalized and minoritized populations. We strongly encourage candidates who possess the experience for the position, and who are student-centered and continue to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to best serve our student population.Those who join our team at San Diego Miramar College can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that promotes broad collaboration among faculty, classified professionals, administration, students, and community and industry partners. We are proud of our commitment to create a socially just and responsive culture, host ethnically diverse speakers, and support various equity-focused professional development opportunities. Our college strives to ensure that students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color and disproportionately impacted students. In fact, the college's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is encapsulated by our newly adopted Strategic Goal #5:Miramar College Strategic Goal #5Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) - Build an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and social justice for the benefit of the college community.Strategic Direction 1- Systematically update college processes, programs, and practices within a comprehensive equity framework for equity-minded practices in the workplace, the classroom, and support programs/services.Strategic Direction 2- Establish comprehensive professional development for the campus community to increase capacity around and engage in equity, diversity, inclusion, social justice, and anti-racism.Strategic Direction 3-Systematically review, develop and incorporate equity-minded practices in: 1) culturally responsive instructional pedagogy, 2) student-centered services, and 3) recruitment, screening, and retention of employees.Applicants can review Miramar College's full strategic plan on Miramar College's: https://sdmiramar.edu/sites/default/files/2021-07/San_Diego_Miramar_College_Fall_2020-Spring_2027_Strategic_Plan.pdf Major Responsibilities

Teaching all assigned sections of English which may include a variety of instructional settings, times, locations, and modalities;

Maintain currency in subject matter and developments in the field;

Participating in appropriate professional development activities and workshops;

Demonstrate versatility in instructional methodology and technology and the ability to serve diverse student populations;

Participating in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning;

Participating in curriculum development and program planning;

Continuous effort to find and close equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices in the classroom and in the campus community;

Serving on and attending department, college, and district committees;

Communicate with students and Miramar faculty, classified professionals, and managers in a professional manner. Qualifications Master's in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing or journalism OR the equivalent. Desired Qualifications

1. Ability to teach effectively using antiracist teaching grounded in equity and social justice. Experience creating student-centered inclusive learning environments for heterogeneous groups of learners and culturally responsive pedagogy; this includes online accessibility. The capacity to teach and motivate students of great diversity in socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and language backgrounds, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities.
2. Recent teaching experience in English at a community college and/or lower-division at the 4-year college level with a particular emphasis on college composition and a desire to grow professionally in teaching English.
3. The ability and provide feedback constructively to assess effectively by demonstrating a working knowledge of learning theory, teaching techniques, and student learning styles. Ability to design assessments that are culturally sensitive and measure diverse forms of student understanding.
4. Evidence of involvement with, or preparation in, non-traditional teaching methods and technologies, specifically utilizing computer technology in the classroom, online teaching, and/or in preparation for online teaching (such as Canvas, OER).
5. Collaborative approach to curriculum development that involves diverse voices and perspectives. Experience in adapting or creating curriculum materials that reflect the diversity of students and promote inclusivity.
6. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population.
7. Experience in coordination, collaboration, and leadership positions and ability to work across the college community.

Equivalency If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process. Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application. Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Working Conditions . Special Instructions to Applicants: San Diego Miramar College is piloting anonymous screening format as a means to minimize implicit bias in the screening of applications. The anonymous screening format of applications refers to the process of reviewing applications without revealing the personal information of the applicants, such as their name, gender, or other potentially biased details. This approach aims to eliminate unconscious biases, promoting fair and objective evaluation based solely on the experience of the applicants. By anonymizing applications, screening committees create a more inclusive and diverse hiring process.
To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to resumes or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

1. Complete online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section your Employment History;
2. Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
3. Curriculum Vitae;
4. Letter of Application;
5. Three (3) Professional References included within the online application; AND,
6. Equivalency Form (if applicable).
7. Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable).

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you've written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

• Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted.
• Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via email.
• All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. Additional Information: Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment. Posting Number AC01029 Indicate budget number(s)
Major Responsibilities:
Teaching all assigned sections of English which may include a variety of instructional settings, times, locations, and modalities; Maintain currency in subject matter and developments in the field; Participating in appropriate professional development activities and workshops; Demonstrate versatility in instructional methodology and technology and the ability to serve diverse student populations; Participating in program review, student learning outcome development and assessment to improve student learning; Participating in curriculum development and program planning; Continuous effort to find and close equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices in the classr...