Part-Time Dual Enrollment Photography (Art) Instructor (Pool) Job at San Mateo C

Overview

Position: Adjunct faculty member teaching in the Dual Enrollment program on participating high school campuses. The duties below are representative of the classification and are not intended to cover all duties. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Dual Enrollment program on participating high school campuses
• Develop and evaluate curricula appropriate to the different learning needs of students and develop student learning outcomes
• Provide a classroom environment that promotes and stimulates learning for every student
• Stay current with pedagogies, technologies, and requirements of state agencies that have accreditation authority over the program and its courses
• Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
• Collaborate with program faculty and staff to use assessment techniques to maximize instructional effectiveness and student success
• Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs in a timely manner

Employment Standards

Knowledge Of

• Issues pertaining to training and employment in the applicable discipline area
• Experience or familiarity with developing student learning outcomes and assessment, as well as program review
• Understanding of and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college, including the mission and values of the Colleges
• Successful experience in teaching or evidence of preparation to teach the full range of applicable discipline college courses
• Experience in computer-based applications and modern technologies for teaching

Skills And Abilities

• Evidence of outstanding teaching ability
• Ability to teach both theoretical concepts and practical skills
• Ability to create curricula and delivery methods that reflect department standards and practices
• Use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation, collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and interdisciplinary approaches
• Motivate students from diverse backgrounds (academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+)
• Engage students actively to encourage critical thinking and independent learning

Job Requirements

• Master's or above in photography, fine arts, or art OR Bachelor's in photography, fine arts, or art AND Master's or above in art history or humanities OR the equivalent
• Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to equity-minded practice

Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions during the application submission process. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications do not need to complete this form.

• Degree Equivalence: The employee possesses a degree with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline; equivalence is established via analysis of transcripts and coursework.
• Academic Background Equivalence

• Related to Disciplines in which a Master's is not generally expected or available: completion of at least 24 semester units of coursework in the field and demonstrated breadth, depth, and rigor as described.
• Professional Achievement Equivalence: evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the field, showing preparation, teaching experience, and ability equivalent to that expected from a qualified candidate.

Additional Information

• Safety: employees must report unsafe conditions or near-miss incidents to their supervisor
• Position is a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX

Work Demands

The environmental, physical, and mental demands described are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Environmental: Typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available.

• Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
• Comprehend speech at normal levels
• Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
• Vision sufficient for daily computer use and reading
• Sitting for extended periods; bending at the waist; on-site presence
• Communicate and interact with others; observe and interpret people and situations
• Learn and apply new information or skills; manage multiple tasks with changing priorities
• Work with frequent interruptions; self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits

Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California, or may participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.

EOO Statement

San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on protected statuses and seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities. Our EEO Plan is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee and reviewed regularly. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Closes

Closes: 6/30/2026

How to Apply

To apply, visit the job posting at the district website.