Job description

Classification Title: Teaching Faculty
Department: Construction Management
Rank: Instructor
Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Job Description:
BASIC FUNCTION
Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Classroom environment and faculty office environment.
Classes may be held at all campus locations, Palm Desert, Indio, Mecca-Thermal, Palm Springs, and/or Desert Hot Springs. Classes may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekend.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

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Essential Duties:
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the instructor to participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, courses, and other experiences that will directly result in the educational growth of the students and support advancement of the vision, mission, and values of the community college district.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Classroom responsibilities1. Meet classes/laboratories on day and times assigned.2. Develop and implement instruction for each class/laboratory period which is consistent with the official course outline.3. Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies.4. Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.5. Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner.6. Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.7. Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructors load.8. Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.
B. Evaluation of Students1. Evaluate students progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation.2. Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion.3. Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title V regulations for the State of California.4. Participate in the credit by examination program where applicable.5. Submit required administrative paperwork, including grade report forms, in a timely and accurate manner.
C. Curriculum1. Participate in the development and review of curriculum as needed.2. Participate in the development of alternative teaching modalities.
D. Student Advising1. Advise enrolled students on such matters as:a. Course content, scope, and meaning.b. Major course requirements for the degree or certificate.c. Learning skillsd. Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the courses or subject field.e. Career alternative/opportunities related to the subject field.2. Participate as a Faculty Advisor to student organizations or clubs.
E. Professional Development1. Participate in required professional development activities.2. Continue to develop professional skills and knowledge.3. Participate in planning staff development programs.4. Participate in institutional research activities and grants.5. Attend/participate in professional conferences, seminars, or meetings.
F. Additional Responsibilities1. Schedule, announce to students in all classes, and maintain office hours.2. Attend and participate in department/center meetings.3. Attend commencement ceremony.4. Participate in the process of Shared Governance by contributing to the academic community through committee work on the department, division, college and/or district level, or participate in other significant non-classroom college, district, or community activities.5. Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures.6. Participate in supervision of student assistants and paraprofessionals.7. Participate in articulation activities and the coordination of inter-divisional and intra-divisional learning activities.8. Abide by departmental regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.9. Advise administration of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.10. Participate in advisory committee meetings as required.11. Consult with management on personnel needs; assist with position announcements, recruitment, and screening/interviewing committees.12. Participate in the tenure review process as assigned.13. Participate in the evaluation of regular faculty and adjunct faculty as assigned.14. Participate in mentoring of new faculty as assigned.15. Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.

Knowledge Of:

Ability To:

Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any bachelors degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded IN ADDITION TO the foreign transcripts.
• Foreign Equivalency information is available by clicking here.

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary Range/Rate: Commensurate on experience/education
Salary Detail Information: Salary Placement is according to the College of the Desert Faculty Association (CODFA) Contract, Appendix B, Monthly – $7,071.739 – $9,865.857

• CODFA Contract Information is available by clicking here.
• Salary Schedule is available by clicking here.

Posting Number: 23-037-F
Close Date: 6/20/2023
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details.
• Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
• Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
• Unofficial Transcripts: Must be from an accredited institution, show name of institution, degree awarded, discipline, and date awarded. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of the required transcripts.

IN YOUR APPLICATION:

• The List of Professional References should include at least two current or previous supervisors, two faculty members, and two other references not related to the applicant (including classified support staff). Please include names, e-mail addresses and current telephone numbers for each professional reference. Applicants from sectors other than higher education should submit comparable references. Letters of reference will not be accepted in lieu of the required List of Professional References.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

• Faculty Bargaining Unit Position

FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY EVALUATIONS:

• Degrees earned outside of the U.S. require that a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation be uploaded IN ADDITION TO the foreign transcripts.
• Foreign Equivalency information is available by clicking here.

TIMELINES:

• Deadline: For consideration, complete qualifying on-line applications must be received by June 20, 2023.
• Interviews will likely be scheduled in July.
• Start: Fall 2023

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