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Inside Higher Ed · 4 weeks ago

Geography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Instructor Applicant Pool

Santa Clarita, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$88.30/hr - $88.30/hr

Inside Higher Ed is seeking to build an adjunct instructor applicant pool for Geography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The role involves teaching and engaging students in a dynamic learning environment while participating in curriculum development and professional development activities.

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Responsibilities

Assume leadership roles both within the department and in the institution as a whole

Commitment to serving the needs of the student, department, college, and community

Collaboration across disciplines and utilization of student support resources

Participation in department, division, college committees, and participatory governance activities

Participation in curriculum and program development

Work collegially and collaboratively within the college community

Participation in ongoing professional development

Ability to create a dynamic learning environment that values instructor/student interaction

Ability to effectively engage with and facilitate authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences

Ability to adapt teaching pedagogy to the knowledge of each individual and class

Ability to self-reflect and respond to an evidence-based assessment of student learning

Demonstrated experience and commitment to integrating new technologies into the learning process, including but not limited to interactive technologies for on campus and on-line courses

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Qualification

California Community College Instructor CredentialMaster’s in GeographyBachelor’s in GeographyTeaching experienceCommitment to diversityProfessional developmentEffective communicationCollaboration skills

Required

Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Geography/Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Master's in geography

Bachelor's in geography AND Master's in geology, history, meteorology, or oceanography

Master's in one of the disciplines included in the interdisciplinary area AND upper division or graduate course work in at least one other constituent discipline. Disciplines include: Earth Science and Geography

An official transcript documenting successful completion of any Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education AND official transcripts documenting successful completion of 24 semester units in the discipline at the upper division and graduate level, a minimum of which must be 12 graduate level semester units