Political Science Instructor Part-Time

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Political Science Instructor (Part-Time)

The candidate will understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference; Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives. Duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours. Maintain expertise in current teaching and discipline technologies. Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs. The College offers day and evening classes. Possession of a Master’s or above in political science, government, or international relations OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s or above in economics, history, public administration, social science, sociology, any ethnic studies, JD or LL.B. OR the equivalent (see below) are required. Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. A broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree, and a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by course work required for the degree major. Understanding and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college. Knowledge of the use of technology in teaching are required. Ability to use and develop teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration, and engage students actively in learning, encouraging them to become independent, creative learners with higher-order thinking skills. Ability to organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students with different abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences. Ability to develop instructional learning outcomes and to develop methods for assessing student’s achievement of these outcomes. Ability to organize and teach both theoretical and practical applications of the subject-matter in ways appropriate to students abilities are required.

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San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCD)
3401 Csm Drive
San Mateo
California
United States 94402
Website : http://www.smccd.edu