What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Instructor of Chemistry - School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics - Modesto Junior College 2025-2026 position at Yosemite Community College District?
Modesto Junior College
Part-Time Instructor of Chemistry - School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics - Modesto Junior College 2025-2026
Salary: The Hourly Range: $78.15 to $124.94
Doctorate Range: $92.09 to $128.22
(2025-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor/Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)
Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.
Closing Date: Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 at 11:59pm
To apply, submit your application and required documents on-line via our applicant system at: http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=313880
The successful candidate will join a chemistry department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies geared to increase student equity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s in chemistry OR Bachelor’s in chemistry or biochemistry AND Master’s in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics, physics, molecular biology or geochemistry OR the equivalent.
Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click hyperlink for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications.
The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below:
https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/equivalency_policy_and_procedures
It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide proof of equivalency.
Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS
Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level.
Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.
Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.
*Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS
• Education and/or experience in teaching in chemistry at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills.
• Current knowledge of general chemistry and organic chemistry.
• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.
• Competent in new pedagogues, such as active, student-centered learning using emerging tech like VR/AR, digital platforms, AI, data analytics and other pedagogues directed at improving student success and student equity.
• Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minority students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support minority students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in chemistry, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students’ lives, interests, and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Education and/or experience in teaching in chemistry at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills.
• Current knowledge of general chemistry and organic chemistry.
• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.
• Competent in new pedagogues, such as active, student-centered learning using emerging tech like VR/AR, digital platforms, AI, data analytics and other pedagogues directed at improving student success and student equity.
• Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minority students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support minority students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in chemistry, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students’ lives, interests, and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices.
Example of Duties
GENERAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Education and/or experience in teaching in chemistry at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills.
• Current knowledge of general chemistry and organic chemistry.
• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.
• Competent in new pedagogues, such as active, student-centered learning using emerging tech like VR/AR, digital platforms, AI, data analytics and other pedagogues directed at improving student success and student equity.
• Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minority students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support minority students;
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;
• Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in chemistry, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students’ lives, interests, and communities;
• Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom;
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices.
Salary : $78 - $125