Monterey Peninsula College

(Part-Time Faculty Pool) - TRIO Math-Science Upward Bound Counselor

Salary: $67.12 - $81.95 Hourly
Job Type: Part-time Instructor
Job Number: 2020-00230
Closing: Continuous
Location: Monterey, CA
Division: Student Services

Description

Monterey Peninsula College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for future part-time teaching assignments in this discipline.

Monterey Peninsula Community College District is committed to educational equity for all students, as outlined in the District's Governing Board Goals, Educational Master Plan (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader), Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader), and Student Equity Plan (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader). We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences-emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.

Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, orientations, and intersections of these identities, and others not yet identified. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual dedicated to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

Hold 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; Implement positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference; Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and make them more culturally responsive; and Collaborate with colleagues on equity-related initiatives.

Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational or career goals. All departments value collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences.
Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) is currently accepting applications to establish a part-time assignment in this discipline. TRIO Math-Science Upward Bound (MSUB) is a federal grant funded program designed to assist 10th-12th grade first-generation and/or low-income students pursue a higher education. Support services are intended to assist eligible students to achieve academic success by developing academic skills necessary to succeed in college.

The Part-Time Counselor will assist the Coordinator/Counselor in the overall operations of the MPC MSUB Program activities in the Monterey Peninsula School District. The Part-Time Counselor will also assist in recruiting participants, providing workshops, academic advising for project participants, and assistance in completing the college admissions process.

Assignments include: Day, evening and weekend hours at the Monterey campus, Marina EducationCenter, and other sites in the community.

*Please note that due to COVID-19, the UC Santa Cruz Summer Residential program has been postponed. The 2021 Summer Academy will take place virtually.

Example of Duties

Under the supervision of the Dean of Career Education and the guidance of the Department, the part-time instructor will provide instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, class schedules, and Governing Board policy; evaluate progress of students concerning educational matters, and perform other instructional related duties as assigned. Instructor may be assigned to the Monterey campus and/or Marina Education Center. Travel required with reimbursement for mileage.

Provides academic, career, and personal counseling to high school students participating in the Math-Science Upward Bound Program.
Coordinate, develop, and implement Summer Academy at UC Santa Cruz, including residential and academic components. (Due to COVID-19, this will duty will not occur for summer 2021)
Work collaboratively with targeted secondary schools and other educational institutions, to develop and maintain working relationships to support student success.
Plans and implements college orientation experiences such as field trips, mentor and study skills workshops, math/science regional summer applications, and career and college search activities.
Assists the Math-Science Upward Bound Coordinator/Counselor in recruiting and selecting eligible students.
Assists students to qualify and apply to college through academic advising, SAT and ACT preparation, and assisting with college applications and financial aid applications.
Teaches College Orientation and Career Planning classes in the Math-Science Upward Bound summer program.
Maintains appropriate records of activities and student participation.
Refers students to other appropriate services for assistance, support, or advice beyond the responsibility of the counselor.
Assists students develop appropriate educational plans.
Reviews each high school student's schedule of classes and transcripts to assure that the student is pursuing a planned educational program.
Provides students with institutional information about financial aid and college application policies and procedures.
Monitors the Math-Science Upward Bound attendance policy.
Coordinates information and services with the other college counselors at MPC and at high schools and colleges/universities.
Assists the Coordinator/Counselor in follow-up research on former Math-Science Upward Bound students attending post-secondary schools.
Assists the Coordinator/Counselor with data collection and submission of reports including the Annual Performance Report.
Supervises/coordinates and evaluates district student help and work study students as such positions are assigned and submits accurate records, time cards, and other required documents promptly.
Conducts structured field trips for Math-Science Upward Bound students to transfer institutions as identified by the Math-Science Upward Bound Coordinator/Counselor.
Attends department meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Math-Science Upward Bound Coordinator/Counselor.
Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and appreciation for the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Qualifications

Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling, OR
Bachelor's in one of the above AND a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) valid in California, OR
The equivalent (Equivalency Forms Required) https://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/equivalency

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

During the application process, you will be asked to submit the following items:

Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts. We require unofficial copies showing all undergraduate and graduate coursework. Official copies will be required at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by the applicant's expense. Click here for a list of Forei g n Transcript Evaluation Services.
Equivalency Form (optional, based on minimum qualifications). If you do not meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job announcement, but you believe you possess minimum qualifications that are equivalent, you will need to complete an Equivalenc y Form.

Please do not upload any items not listed above (such as letters of recommendation), as they will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

Teaching assignments are part-time and temporary in nature. The District retains the right of assignment. Assignments are subject to Governing Board approval, adequate enrollment size, and assignment to a contract instructor.

Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, TB clearance, and fingerprint check as required.

Monterey Peninsula College actively seeks a diverse pool of applicants interested in working in an environment which values flexibility, openness to change, collaboration, respect for others and their points of view, and involvement in College activities, all with the goal of meeting the needs of our diverse student population. The District does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

The District is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation.

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mpc/jobs/3002474/part-time-faculty-pool-trio-math-science-upward-bound-counselor

Job Details

(Part-Time Faculty Pool) - TRIO Math-Science Upward Bound Counselor

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