Part-Time Instructor of Philosophy - Arts, Science, and Human Performance - Columbia College 2025-2026

Columbia College

Part-Time Instructor of Philosophy - Arts, Science, and Human Performance - Columbia 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=309451

Under the general supervision of the Division Dean for the discipline, the successful applicant will provide lecture and/or laboratory instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, and class schedules; evaluate progress of students; advise students concerning educational matters, and perform other related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will join an Arts, Science and Human Performance 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 degree in philosophy OR bachelor’s degree in philosophy AND master’s degree in humanities or religious studies, OR the equivalent.

Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click link below for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges (cccco.edu)

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

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

• Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity.

• Enthusiasm for the learning process.

• Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues.

• Participate in professional growth and remain current in subject area and major state initiatives. 

• Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity. 

• Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success. 

• Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively. 

• Personal qualifications such as effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, ability to conduct effective public presentations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and/or experience in teaching in Philosophy at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills.

• Current knowledge of Philosophy.

• Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level.

• Competent in new and other pedagogies directed at improving student success and student equity.

• Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minoritized 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 racially minoritized students;

• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom;

• Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in Philosophy, 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.

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:

• Teaching lower division college courses in Philosophy.

• Advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines. 

• Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements. 

• Preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress. 

• Maintaining attendance, scholastic, and other records and submitting them according to published policies and deadlines. 

• Developing, implementing, and assessing student-learning outcomes for courses and programs and using the results for improvement. 

• Engaging in data inquiry and self-assessment to develop strategies for student success, persistence, and equity. 

• Participating in professional development activities to fulfill mandatory FLEX requirements 

• Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies to meet the needs of all learning styles. 

• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics. 

Salary : $78 - $125