Employee Group: Full-Time Faculty

Duties & Responsibilities:

In addition to contractual duties, all full-time faculty are expected to participate actively in their disciplines, department activities, and the general intellectual life and governance of the college. Part of the teaching assignment may be in the evening and/or online. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1.advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines;
2.participating in the assessment of student learning outcomes for courses and programs; developing and implementing student learning outcomes assessment processes for courses and programs;
3.collaborating in the development and revision of curriculum and in program review;
4.engaging in department program improvement initiatives;
5.participating in department, division, and college committees;
6.participating in professional development activities, both departmental and college-wide;
7.maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/ learning strategies;
8.maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
9.informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements;
10.preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress;
11.maintaining attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submitting them according to published deadlines;
12.posting and holding sufficient and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy;
13.participating in College's shared governance processes.

Minimum Qualification:

The applicant must possess one of the following qualifications (earned degrees must be from an accredited college/university):
1.Master's degree in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics; OR
2.Bachelor's degree in either of the above AND a master's degree in Statistics, Physics, or Mathematics Education; OR
3.A valid California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing full-time instruction in Mathematics; OR
4.The equivalent. If you do not possess the EXACT minimum qualifications (i.e. you do not possess the exact degree listed) and believe that you meet the minimum qualifications because of equivalent educational or professional background, please fill out the petition form in the document section of the online application. Additionally, if you are unsure that you meet the minimum qualifications, please fill out the equivalency form found at www.dvc.edu/masters-equiv.

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated commitment to student learning and to the success of all students in the open-access learning environment of a community college;
2. Demonstrated sensitivity to issues of diversity, and ability to motivate and teach community college students of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, sexual orientations, genders, cultures, and learning styles, as well as students with disabilities or varied levels of academic preparation;
3. Commitment to improving the success and lower attrition of students of all backgrounds and abilities in Mathematics, in particular, to reducing achievement gaps of under-prepared and under-served students through understanding the causes of inequity, use of innovative and effective curricula and classroom structures, and on-going professional development;
4. Demonstrated excellence in teaching of all levels of mathematics taught at the Community College;
5. Ability to demonstrate, discuss, and utilize technology-supported instruction including online and hybrid instruction techniques;
6. Ability to work in a small collaborative organization that requires involvement and responsibilities from each member
7. Commitment to assuming faculty responsibilities beyond the classroom on departmental and campus-wide committees, whether connected to programmatic initiatives or participation in college-wide governance.

Location: San Ramon Campus

Salary/Hourly Range: $59,616-$89,724 per year

About the District:

About the District
The mission of the Contra Costa Community College District is to transform lives by providing outstanding learning opportunities that nurture and empower all students to achieve their educational goals. The dedicated faculty, classified professionals and administrators in the District are committed to core values and action that promote excellence in learning and equitable student success. The District is committed to hiring and developing a diverse staff that understands that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive role models for all students; and creates an inclusive and supportive educational work environment for its students, employees, and the community it serves.

Located in Contra Costa County, in the beautiful and diverse San Francisco East Bay area, the District serves the 1 million residents of the County through education, business partnerships and service in the community. The District first opened its doors in 1949 and is the second oldest and eighth largest multi-college community college district in California. The District consists of three colleges and two centers; Contra Costa College in San Pablo; Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill; Los Medanos College in Pittsburg; and the centers in Brentwood and San Ramon. The District Office located in downtown Martinez, supports the mission and functions of the colleges.

As evidenced by the rich diversity in Contra Costa County, the District enrolls a highly diverse student population. Serving over 52,088 students a year, in 2017-18 fiscal year the demographic make-up of the students was 10% Black/African American; 17% Asian/Pacific Islander; 33% Hispanic/Latino; 29% White/Caucasian; and 11% Other.

The District actively encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve the dynamic student population and work collaboratively with existing colleagues that are equally dynamic and diverse.

Contra Costa College
Contra Costa College is a dynamic, comprehensive community college with a diverse student population. The institution has served the communities of West Contra Costa County for more than 69 years. Most of the 10,500-plus students who attend the college come from local communities, but many also come from neighboring communities and from countries throughout the world. The college offers certificates and degree programs in 70 areas. It prepares students for immediate employment and for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Faculty and staff are proud to be affiliated with an institution that has a tradition of excellence and a reputation for educating students to live and work in a diverse global environment.

Diablo Valley College
DVC is committed to increasing student success. The college has distinguished itself as one of the nation's most successful community colleges by offering incomparable transfer opportunities and exceptional career-technical programs. In both Pleasant Hill and San Ramon, a diverse student body engages with high-quality instruction and support services designed for excellence and equity in student learning. DVC's career-technical programs keep pace with emerging technologies and skill requirements, while unparalleled transfer programs prepare students to be successful in four-year colleges and universities. DVC continuously ranks among the top transfer pathways to UC Berkeley.

Los Medanos College
Los Medanos College, opened in 1974, is the newest campus of the Contra Costa Community College District. The college prepares students to excel and succeed economically, socially and intellectually in an innovative, engaging and supportive learning environment. LMC provides quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities to serve the needs of a rapidly-growing and changing East County while enhancing the quality of life of the diverse communities it serves. Los Medanos College is known for its transferable general education program and career technical programs strongly connected with local business and industry. The college serves approximately 10,000 students.