Contra Costa Community College District
Philosophy Assistant Professor
Posting Number: F00173
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary: $58,452 - $87,960
Description of Position:
Contra Costa College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track professor in philosophy to begin August 2016. The successful candidate will be able to teach a wide range of courses in philosophy, including ethics, critical thinking, and philosophy of religion. The position offers the opportunity to teach humanities courses as well.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In addition to contractual duties, all full-time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines;
2. participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs;
3. collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review;
4. engaging in department program improvement initiatives;
5. participating in department, division, and college committees;
6. participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide;
7. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/ learning strategies;
8. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
9. informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements;
10. preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress;
11. maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines;
12. posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy;
13. participating in College’s shared governance processes.
Education/Experience:
Master’s in philosophy OR bachelor’s in philosophy AND master’s in humanities or religious studies, OR A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time instruction in Philosophy OR the equivalent.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Commitment to teaching philosophy in a community college environment, and the ability to motivate and inspire students of diverse backgrounds;
2. Broad training and experience teaching general education philosophy classes;
3. A compelling vision for how best to foster growth in the philosophy department’s curriculum, along with the leadership and organizational skills to realize this vision
4. Creative, innovative teaching style with a student-centered approach that takes into account multiple learning styles; experience using technology in the classroom; commitment to professional development and working collaboratively with colleagues;
5. Sensitivity to issues of diversity; familiarity with both western and nonwestern philosophical traditions.
Job Close Date: 2/15/2016
Open Until Filled: No
To apply, visit: http://apptrkr.com/732986
The Contra Costa Community College District does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or sexual orientation. This prohibition against unlawful discrimination extends to any person who is perceived to have any of the above characteristics or who is associated with someone who has, or who is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.
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