Part-Time Faculty Pool: History

Salary: $66.91 - $86.49 Hourly
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Merced College, CA
Closing: 6/30/2027 11:59 PM Pacific

About the role

This is a part-time instructional assignment in the Social Science Cohort at Merced College under the general direction of the Dean of Social Science and Fine & Performing Arts. The professor could be assigned to teach a variety of history courses. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policy
• Maintain required student attendance and scholastic records
• Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area and campus professional activities/committees
• Participate in the college's learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments
• Perform tasks needed for student records, e.g., submit grades on time to admissions and records

Requirements

• Master's degree in history OR
• Bachelor's degree in history AND Master's in political science, humanities, geography, area studies, women's studies, social science, or ethnic studies OR
• The equivalent

Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in the field
• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments