ANTHROPOLOGY - Associate Faculty Pool

WEST VALLEY-MISSION COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
ACADEMIC PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ANTHROPOLOGY - Associate Faculty Pool

Job Number: 0809F004
Please put this number on the application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 4, 2008, 5:00 P.M.

Mission College is now accepting applications from qualified persons for the purpose of developing a pool of individuals interested in part-time and substitute teaching assignments in the Anthropology Department. Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, ability, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a linguistically and culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply.

ASSIGNMENT
Assignment may include day and/or evening classes, Monday thru Thursday, as needed, beginning Spring 2009. This recruitment process is to pre-qualify you for possible future assignments. Successful completion will result in your name joining a pool of instructors qualified to teach anthropology courses for Mission College.

SALARY
Salary is based on a percentage of workload up to a maximum of 60% (percent). Salary is prorated based on a minimum salary range of $18,261 - $21,688; maximum earnable up to $29,559.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in anthropology or archaeology OR
- Bachelor's degree in anthropology or archaeology AND Master's degree in sociology, biological sciences, forensic sciences, genetics or paleontology OR
- Possess a valid California community College Instructor's credential in anthropology OR
- The equivalent of the above. Degrees must be obtained from an accredited institution. Candidates with degrees not identical to the required state or local qualifications must apply for equivalency by completing the equivalency form which is part of the application package. This form must be completed for employment consideration.
- Candidates with foreign degrees must provide official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service. Simple translation of the language on foreign diplomas, transcripts, coursework, or similar will NOT suffice; thus, will cause the application packet to be judged as incomplete.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively teach, counsel or work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- College or university teaching experience in the subjects of Physical Anthropology and Cultural Anthropology.
- Broad and balanced educational background, i.e. course work in the four major areas of Anthropology.
- College or university teaching experience in the subjects of Archaeology, Linguistic Anthropology, or Forensics.
- Knowledge of resources commonly used in introductory courses in Physical Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, Linguistic Anthropology or Forensics.
- Ability to participate in opportunities to develop new courses/curriculum.

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, in-class activities, evaluation of students' work, consultation with students outside of class, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught and other efforts related to the teaching of the assigned classes.
- Maintain accurate class and other records conforming with state requirements and stated District and college needs.
- Submit, when due, all necessary reports such as attendance, grade reports, rosters and class schedules.
- Follow course outlines as filed in the appropriate 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 member's 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.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION
Documents to be considered for this position must be received at the following location on the date and time noted above:

District Human Resources Department
West Valley-Mission Community College District
14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070-5698
(West Valley College Campus - Administration Building
by Lot 4).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
To insure fairness and consistency to all candidates, do not submit materials other than those identified below. Submit all application materials in the following order:
- A completed West Valley-Mission Community College District Academic Faculty Employment Application (see attached).
- A current, typed, detailed resume.
- A completed Supplemental Questionnaire (see attached).
- A completed Equivalency Request Form (see attached), if applicable.
- Legible copies of ALL college transcripts (BA, MA &PhD for disciplines requiring an MA degree; AA, BA, MA, & PhD for disciplines not requiring an MA degree) to verify all degrees earned and college coursework taken. Certified copies of transcripts will be required at time of hire. Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluation requests, or similar documents WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF TRANSCRIPTS.
- If applicable, U.S. Equivalency Certification for foreign degrees.
- A completed Personal Data Report Form (see attached).

Note: All required documents must be submitted with your application packet; otherwise, your application will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS
- Copies of licenses and certificates you possess as related to this position.
- Voluntary identification form (for statistical purposes only and will be kept confidentially in the Human Resources Department).

APPLICATION INFORMATION
- Submission of complete application documents to Human Resources by the deadline is the applicant's responsibility. Postmarks will not be accepted.
- Incomplete or late documents will not receive committee consideration.
- Application documents will not be sent to applicants or received by Human Resources via email or fax.
- All materials in your file become District property, will not be returned, and will be considered for this vacancy only.
- Current employees must provide documentation and materials in the same manner and degree of detail as any other applicant.
- If transcripts are required, include copies of ALL college transcripts with application packet to verify all degrees earned and college coursework taken. Please note: Certified copies will be required at time of hire.
- Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluation requests, or similar documents WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF TRANSCRIPTS.
- Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.
- Un-requested documents, such as cover letters, letters of recommendation, and any other documents that are not specifically asked for under Required Documents, will be removed from the application packet.
- DO NOT STAPLE DOCUMENTS TOGETHER. USE A PAPERCLIP OR OTHER MEANS OF BINDING.
- Include the job number on the application.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- West Valley-Mission Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.

SELECTION PROCESS
- The committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline.
- Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. It is, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed.
- Reference checks for the finalists will be conducted.
- The College may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.
- Oral interviews will be conducted to include a teaching demonstration.

INFORMATION AND APPLICATION MATERIALS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:

HUMAN RESOURCES
West Valley-Mission Community College District
14000 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA 95070-5698
www.wvmccd.cc.ca.us/wvmccd/hr/

Applicants who, due to a disability, require accommodations to complete the application, testing or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (408) 741-2415 to arrange for assistance.

WEST VALLEY-MISSION COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.






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