Adjunct - FY24 Automotive and Related Technologies
Los Angeles Community College District
Application
Details
Posted: 27-May-23
Location: Los Angeles, California
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4156416
Adjunct - FY24 Automotive and Related Technologies
LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
PART-TIME POSITION
Adjunct - FY24 Automotive and Related Technology Instructor
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is the largest community college district in the United States and one of the largest in the world. The LACCD is comprised of nine colleges serving all or part of more than 40 cities in Southern California and spanning a service area of 882 square miles. Its colleges offer instruction to 225,000 students, annually, in 600 associates' degree and 400 certificate of achievement programs in general, career-technical and transfer education, and contribute significantly to the economic and social well-being of its students, the regional economy and the greater Los Angeles area. For more information about the LACCD, please visit our website at www.laccd.edu.
Position
The LACCD is accepting applications for Adjunct Automotive and Related Technology positions at our colleges for the FY24 Academic School Year. The purpose of this posting is to create a pool of qualified applicants so that when there is an actual opening at a one of our colleges, the college can then begin their review process by reviewing those applicants. If you have applied to previous pools in this discipline, you will need to apply to this pool to continue to be considered.
The LACCD is seeking dynamic, motivated and diverse candidates for part-time faculty positions to engage and educate our students. Successful candidates will collaborate, communicate and work as professionals with students, staff, faculty and administrators. Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring a diverse student population are strongly encouraged to apply.
During completion of the adjunct application, applicants will have the opportunity to indicate which of LACCD's colleges are of interest for employment. Qualified applicants may be offered an interview with Automotive Departmental members at one or more of LACCD's 9 colleges. For college locations, please visit the Our Colleges page at http://laccd.edu/About/Pages/Our-Colleges.aspx. Final determination of part-time Adjunct Automotive and Related Technology Instructor assignments are contingent upon enrollment, funding and class availability.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and two years of professional/industry experience*; or
Associate's degree and six years of professional/industry experience*.
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disabled, and ethnic background of community college faculty, staff and students.
*Professional experience must be directly related to the teaching assignment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
A medical evaluation indicating fitness to work in the district is required for new employees at the expense of the candidate.
Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees' policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience teaching in a ASE Education Foundation accredited program;
ASE Certifications (A-1 through A-8, G-1, and L-1,);
Current California Smog License;
Previous teaching experience in Automotive Repair Technologies;
Recent repair and/or teaching experience on late model vehicles;
Commitment to professional growth and development and to the continued innovation and improvement of teaching;
Experience in the use of computer technology and other instructional technology to facilitate high quality instruction;
Evidence of ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, faculty and administrators including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Applicants must have sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Evening and/or weekend classes may be scheduled based on the department's needs. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Deliver instruction in the areas of Automotive Technology through lectures, demonstrations, evaluations, orientations, and prescribe individualized instruction in all classes;
Develop and update courses and curricula, develop and assess Student/Program Learning Outcomes and participate in the Program Review process;
Develop resources, materials and strategies, including multimedia technology to teach students in a multicultural environment;
Participate in consortiums, advisories, and department meetings;
Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, and class exclusions in accordance with LACCD policy, rules, regulations and procedures;
Maintain and update Automotive Technology training, ASE certifications and licenses;
Maintain professional and ethical academic standards;
Perform other duties as assigned.
Compensation
The salary schedule for adjunct instructors begins at $77.20 per standard hour, plus an office hour differential of $18.06 per hour for classroom assignments. Applicants with a doctoral degree are eligible for a doctoral differential.
Application Process:
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews.
For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:
1. A detailed letter of interest that describes how the applicant is qualified to fulfill each duty and responsibility including the minimum and desirable qualifications.
2. A current resume.
3. Copies of transcript(s) from accredited institutions (official transcripts will be required at the time of interview). Documentation from an approved foreign transcript evaluator is required for degrees received from other countries. You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf;
4. Contact information for three references (phone, address and email).
5. Verification of Experience Letter on company letterhead stationery indicating:
o Dates of employment.
o Position title.
o State if experience was full or part-time (if part-time, please indicate the weekly percentage or hours worked).
Application materials will not be accepted by Fax, Mail or Email. Incomplete applications may be excluded from consideration. Equivalency determinations are not conducted for selection of adjunct faculty.
Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LACCD and its Colleges reserve the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Final determination of part-time faculty assignments is contingent upon enrollment, funding and/or class availability.
Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.
Equal Employment Policy
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
LACCD has served as educator to more than three million students for over 77 years. The Mission of the Los Angeles Community College District is to foster student success for all individuals seeking advancement, by providing equitable and supportive learning environments at our nine colleges. The District empowers students to identify and complete their goals through educational and support programs that lead to completion of 2 or 4-year degrees, certificates, trans, transfer, or career preparation.
