Adjunct Psychology Instructor (Online Assignment Possibilities)

Description

Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part-time) faculty applicant pool for the following Social and Behavioral Sciences division Psychology Instructor.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Duties

Instruct students in the assigned discipline

Assignment may include teaching courses during the day, evening, on-line courses and/or off-campus sitesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(Applicant must meet one of the following requirement)

Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community College:

Master's in psychology OR Bachelor's in psychology AND Master's in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience or social work OR the equivalent.

• Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No equivalency per faculty division
  
  

AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (tit. 5

• 53024.1).
  
  

Desirable Qualifications & Traits

• Experience teaching psychology courses as well as courses focused on Alcohol & Other Drug Studies.
• Experience working in addiction-related programs, community and human services and/or social services.
• Experience or knowledge of Case Management, Laws, Chemical Dependency, Counseling, Ethics.
• Knowledge of state standards for AODS educational programs - including accreditation.
• Knowledge of state requirements for workers in AODS programs.
• Experience and commitment to advising and mentoring students related to career and transfer options, to include service-learning and field experiences.
• Experience integrating technology in the classroom and/or online teaching.
• Experience with incorporating equity strategies with a focus on diverse populations.
• Involvement with community organizations.
• Proficient with technology.
• Engaging, energetic, and motivated.
• Good Team player.
• Respectful and accepting of others.
• Responsible, reliable, hard-working.
• Cares about student learning, engagement and personal growth.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in working cooperatively with colleagues in multiple departments and in serving on college committees in a share governance organization.
• Experience and/or willingness to instruct prison courses.
• Ability to teach in an online environment.
  
  

OTHER INFORMATION

APPLICATION PROCESS

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s).
• Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
• Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
• Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year.
  
  

Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
  
  

VISA

Please Be Advised That AVC

• Does not sponsor employment visas,
• Does not participate in E-Verify, and
• Does not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or other F-1 visa programs.
  
  

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITYAntelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.

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