Part-Time Music Instructor (Pool)

Part-Time Music Instructor (Pool)

Closing Date:

Definition:

PART-TIME, ASSOCIATE FACULTY POOL

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually
accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be
added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on
an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you
will be contacted by a District representative.

Assignment:

This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor.
The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion
courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an
on-line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed,
during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is
represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers
(WVMFT / AFT Local 6554).

Work location: West Valley College, Saratoga, CA

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67%
of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring
salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on
academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Not Applicable

Knowledge and Abilities:

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of
the following:

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes
preparation for in-class or on-line/distance education activities,
evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of
class and/or on-line, maintenance of currency in the subjects
taught.

• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the
college.

• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.

• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction
offices.

• Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per
section.

• Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and
programs of the District and college.

• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the
beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty
Handbook.

• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information
on counseling and other student services.

• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for
successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.

• Work cooperatively within the college community.

• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the
college community.

• Foster a positive working environment that is free from
harassment, prejudice and/or bias.

• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Working Conditions:

Other Duties:

Physical Demands:

Application Information:

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

• Interested applicants must submit online all materials
requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission
Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial
copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if
applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if
applicable.

• All sections of the online application, including Education and
Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly.

• Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in
the application.

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will
be removed from your application and will not be used for
consideration of employment.

• The employment application and supporting documents represent
you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form
carefully and completely.

ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS:

• If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, then a copy
of transcripts is required to be included with your application to
verify the degree being awarded. If no transcripts are included,
the application may be screened as not meeting minimum
requirements.

• Degrees 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.

• Candidates with degrees earned outside of the United States
must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees
by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S.
evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be
submitted with this online application.

• If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you
can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store, then attach
the electronic version of your transcript to this online
application.

• Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions,
transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents WILL NOT be
accepted in lieu of transcripts.

• When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT
encrypted, secured, or password-protected or they will be rejected
by the system.

EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION:

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 for this position. Application(s) for equivalency
are required if degrees are not in exact discipline required.

The Equivalency Application is included in the online application
as an OPTIONAL form to complete.

• ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if degree
does not match discipline(s) stated in the Minimum
Qualifications.

• List accurately and completely the courses taken that match
requirements of the required degree.

• Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations.

For assistance, contact:

Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment

14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070

Phone: (408) 741-2174 Fax: (408) 741-2564

Email: careers@wvm.edu

Selection Process:

SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION:

• Applications will be screened by appropriate department
representatives on an as-needed basis. Qualified applicants who
best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an
interview.

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

• Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each
year, part-time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be
notified of the opportunity to re-submit application.

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

• The district reserves the right to contact former, current, the
most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment
records of applicants.

• 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.

• Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit
official transcripts.

• The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

EEO STATEMENT:West Valley-Mission Community College District is an
Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce
who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and
employment environment. The District is committed to
nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification,
race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical
disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry,
gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language,
accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status,
marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and
medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state
laws.

Special Instructions to the Applicant:

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: FY22/23-018POOL

Open Date: 01/10/2024

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

For more information on this position and to apply, please visit
our website at the following link: wvm.peopleadmin.com

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.

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