Full-time teaching assignment in the Social and Behavioral Sciences division.

Duties:

• Instruct students in the assigned discipline  
• Assignment may include teaching courses during the day, evening, on-line courses and/or off-campus sites

(Applicant must meet one of the following requirement)

Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community College:

Master's in psychology OR Bachelor's in psychology AND Master's in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience or social work OR the equivalent.          

Antelope Valley College Equivalency:  No equivalency per faculty division

AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (Assembly Bill 1725; Education Code 87360).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & TRAITS

• Experience teaching psychology courses as well as courses focused on Alcohol & Other Drug Studies.
• Experience working in addiction-related programs, community and human services and/or social services.
• Experience or knowledge of Case Management, Laws, Chemical Dependency, Counseling, Ethics.
• Knowledge of state standards for AODS educational programs - including accreditation.
• Knowledge of state requirements for workers in AODS programs.
• Experience and commitment to advising and mentoring students related to career and transfer options, to include service-learning and field experiences.
• Experience integrating technology in the classroom and/or online teaching.
• Experience with incorporating equity strategies with a focus on diverse populations.
• Involvement with community organizations.
• Proficient with technology.
• Engaging, energetic, and motivated.
• Good Team player.
• Respectful and accepting of others.
• Responsible, reliable, hard-working.
• Cares about student learning, engagement and personal growth.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in working cooperatively with colleagues in multiple departments and in serving on college committees in a share governance organization.
• Experience and/or willingness to instruct prison courses.
• Ability to teach in an online environment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ 

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. 
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration. 
  1. This includes, but is not limited to, submitting transcripts for all college coursework or degrees when requested to do so within a job announcement. 
  2. All out of the country transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. 
     • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
  3. If letters of recommendation are required, letters must be current within two years, signed and dated from individuals having knowledge of your professional experience.
  4. Typing certifications must be current within one year and must include name, date and net words per minute (NWP).
  5. For those disciplines with established Academic Senate’s approved equivalency: complete the Supplemental Equivalence Request form (If applicant is applying based on an equivalency and is requesting review)
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. 

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns or require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing
 administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
 AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural
 awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role
 models for all students.

 AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and
 provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state
 laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at
 antelopevalley.edu.

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