Opportunity Type

FULL-TIME FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position Title

ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR

Posting Number

F2505

Close/First Review Date

03/09/2025

Department

Language Arts

Work Location

Evergreen Valley College

Position Status

Full Time

Salary Range

$92,844 to $127,448 Entry Level Annual Salary (10 Month Academic Salary Schedule 2024-2025); Maximum Salary Potential $165,361. Note: Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified education and experience.

Benefits Summary

Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Faculty also receive paid sick leave.

POSITION SUMMARY

This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTE, (10 Months) Tenure Track position as Instructor of English in the Division of Language Arts at Evergreen Valley College.

Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities.

This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federation of Teachers, AFT 6157.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teach the full scope of the active English composition courses listed in the English Department’s course catalog.

2. Teach literature courses listed in the English Department’s course catalog.

3. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.

4. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles.

5. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations, research projects, publishing academic work, participation in statewide committees or organizations, etc.

6. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic and socio economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others.

7. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes and assessment, program review, committees, research and special projects as needed in the discipline/department or district.

8. Attend and participate in department, division and college meetings and keep posted office hours.

9. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census, reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions.

10. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required by California Education Code and Board policy.

11. Foster a professional work and learning environment.

12. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master’s in English, Literature, Comparative Literature, or Composition

OR

Bachelor’s in any of the above

AND

Master’s in Linguistics, TESL, Speech, Education with a specialization in Reading, Creative Writing or Journalism

OR

*The equivalent.

District’s Diversity Requirements

· Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.

· Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

*Equivalency

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications as listed on the Job Announcements. Application(s) for equivalency are required if the degrees are not in the exact discipline required for the applicable position, according the California Community College Minimum Qualifications (select link below to review).

NOTE: Equivalency review is for degrees not in the exact discipline, only. You do not need to apply for equivalency review if you have a degree earned outside of the United States. However, a U.S. credential evaluation must be attached with your application materials for consideration. (See *Foreign Degrees section below). Transcripts must have an award or confer date at the time the application is submitted.

California Community College Minimum Qualifications

https://www.cccco.edu/-/media/CCCCO-Website/docs/minimum-qualifications/CCCCOReport-Minimum-Qualifications-2023_.pdf?la=en&hash=D3075F5E24FF5D3DB759E61009DC66F0F5060FF6

District Equivalency Form

https://sjeccd.edu/sites/default/files/documents/HR-Recruitment_Equivalency-Application.doc

Foreign Degree

Foreign Degrees:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Has skills in developing cross-cultural and anti-racist communication, collaboration, and pedagogy.

2. Has experience in or has demonstrated commitment to extending awareness of opportunities and strategies in achieving success to students of communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education.

3. Has experience or has demonstrated commitment to teaching, supporting, and/or mentoring students of communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education.

4. Course completion or certificate within past five years demonstrating competency in skills and principles of effective online course design.

5. Has experience teaching a range of college composition course equivalent to ENGL 1A, ENGL 1B, and ENGL 1C as described in the course descriptions of the EVC Course Catalog.

6. Has experience teaching college literature courses.

7. Bilingual abilities, desirable.

Working Environment

Typical classroom environment.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Spring 2024, with enrollment of approximately 15,655 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 45.20%, Black/African-American 3.45%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.70%, American Indian/Native American 0.36%, White/Caucasian 12.76%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse faculty consisting of 26.9% Latinx, 27.3% Asian/Pacific Islander, 7.0% Black/African American, 31.4% White/Caucasian, 0.8% American Indian/Native American and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

Important Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

CONTACT:

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.

2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).

3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE

4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).

Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.

OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION:

1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.

2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.

4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.

5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.

7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:

Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website: http://www.acei-global.org/

Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com

International Education Research Foundation
Website: http://www.ierf.org/

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you submitting the following REQUIRED documents: a. Cover Letter, b. Resume c. Transcripts with your application? (Incomplete applications will not be considered).
- Yes
- No
* TRANSCRIPTS for stated degrees MUST include an award/confer date. Transcripts that do not include an award/confer date, will NOT be considered. Degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must include a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and submitted with the application materials. Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation, will NOT be considered. Do your transcript(s) include an award/confer date and/or U.S. credential evaluation (if required, for foreign degrees)?
- Yes
- No
* Do you possess (at a minimum) a Master’s in English, Literature, Comparative Literature, or Composition OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in Linguistics, TESL, Speech, Education with a specialization in Reading, Creative Writing or Journalism OR the equivalent? (See equivalency section on the job announcement).
- Yes
- No
* Are you applying for equivalency review to meet the required qualifications as listed on the job announcement? (If your answer is YES, please refer to the Equivalency section on the job announcement and use the link provided to download the required Equivalency form. The form will need to be uploaded with your application materials).
- Yes
- No
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- AcademicKeys.com
- AsiansInHigherEd.com
- BlacksInHigherEd.com
- ChronicleVitae.com
- Craigslist.org
- DisabledInHigherEd.com
- HBCUconnect.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- HispanicsInHigherEd.com
- Indeed.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- LGBTinHigherEd.com
- NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
- SJECCD District Email
- SJECCD Website
- TedJob.com
- VeteransAndHigher.Ed.com
- WomenAndHigherEd.com

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Transcripts

Optional Documents

Equivalency form (ONLY if required)
Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluation (ONLY if required)
Other/Optional Documents - ( We DO NOT accept letters of recommendation).

Job Details

English Instructor

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