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OPTICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINING: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (non-credit)

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Classification Title OPTICAL TECHNICIAN TRAINING: Adjunct / Substitute Instructor POOL (non-credit)
Working Title Adjunct Faculty
Recruitment Limits
Location District Wide
Pay Information
At the time that an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts and Verifications of Previous Work Experience (if applicable). Instructors with advanced coursework and/ or experience shall be placed on the appropriate class and step on the Adjunct College Salary Schedules, effective the first month following receipt (in People, Culture, and Technology Services) of the official transcripts and Verifications of Previous Work Experience (if applicable). Initial salary placement will be at the first class/step until all required documentation has been submitted.

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FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Position Type Adjunct
Bargaining Unit: AFT/Continuing Education Faculty
Range (na)
Department District Wide
The Position
NOTE: The San Diego Community College District accepts applications for adjunct (part-time/substitute) positions for our three college campuses (City, Mesa, Miramar) and various continuing education centers on a continuous basis. However, it does not necessarily imply there are immediate openings. If you meet the required minimum qualifications, your application will be included in the adjunct pool for possible assignments in the fall, spring, and/or summer semesters of the academic year. Hiring departments utilize the adjunct pool when there is a need and will contact you directly should you possess the qualifications they are seeking. Applications are purged approximately one year from submittal, at which time you will receive an automated e-mail notice to re-apply if you wish to remain in the pool.

Part-time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part-time positions are as-needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to San Diego.

Assignments may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus classes.
Major Responsibilities
  • Primary duties of adjunct faculty members are related to curriculum and teaching; the assignment is divided between lecture and lab classes as determined by the department. Adjunct instructional faculty are required to be available to students outside of class.
  • Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
  • Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
  • Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
  • Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
  • Teach all scheduled classes.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Provide quality instruction, create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.
  1. Bachelor’s degree; and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught OR
  2. Associate degree; and six years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught OR
  3. Possession of a full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter OR
  4. The equivalent.
Desired Qualifications
  • Certification by the American Board of Opticianry or equivalent
  • Certification by the National Contact Lens Examiners or equivalent
Equivalency
If you do not possess the exact degrees 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 on-line application.
Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:
[If possess] Full-time, clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter.
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.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Working Conditions
Variable, depending on assignment.
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); AND,
  • Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Additional Information:
Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Posting Number AJ00463

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn of this Employment Opportunity?
    • California Comm College Registry
    • San Diego Equality Business Assoc
    • ZipRecruiter
    • EDJOIN
    • Academic Keys
    • Indeed
    • HBCU Connect
    • Diverse: Issues in Higher Ed
    • CalJOBS
    • Community College Job Network
    • ACCCA
    • Community College Jobs
    • Veterans in Higher Education
    • HigherEdJobs
    • CC Jobs Now
    • Disabled in Higher Ed
    • Inside Higher Ed
    • If other, please list below.
  2. If other, please specify.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Are you a current SDCCD employee?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. If yes, please enter your employee ID:

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The questions that follow will assist in determining if you meet the required minimum qualifications to teach in this discipline. If you do not meet any of these qualifications or you have a/an equivalent foreign degree(s) to any of the qualifications above, please respond to applicable questions below.

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Do you possess any Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution AND two (2) years of professional experience directly related to the area of assignment?
    • No Response
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Do you possess any Associate degree from a regionally accredited institution AND six (6) years of professional experience directly related to the area of assignment?
    • No Response
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * EQUIVALENCY REQUEST (includes degrees not yet conferred): If you do not possess any of the above qualifications, you are welcome to apply on the basis of equivalency. You will need to complete a "Request for Equivalency Form" (link) to the left and attach it. Please select the response below that applies to you.
    • No Response
    • Doesn't apply - I meet at least one of the required minimum qualifications.
    • Degree not yet conferred - I will meet the minimum qualifications when my degree is conferred. This must occur prior to employment with the SDCCD.
    • Do not possess the stated minimum qualifications for this discipline - I will attach a "Request for Equivalency Form" with the respective documents.
  9. * FOREIGN DEGREES: Do you possess an equivalent foreign degree(s) needed to meet the required minimum qualifications to teach in this discipline? If you do, you must have a "professional" equivalency evaluation to attach. Please click on "Foreign Degree Evaluation Information" to the left if you need to obtain one.
    • No Response
    • Doesn't apply - I do not possess an equivalent foreign degree(s) required to meet the minimum qualifications.
    • Yes - I have a foreign degree(s) and will attach my "professional" equivalency evaluation(s) during the attachment phase of this application process.
    • Yes - I have a foreign degree(s) but I do not have a "professional" equivalency evaluation(s) to attach.

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents
  1. Unofficial Transcript(s)
Optional Documents
  1. Résumé
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)
  4. Licenses/Certificates/Credentials
  5. Equivalency Request (required if applicable)