LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGEJOB ANNOUNCEMENTManufacturing Technology InstructorFull-time probationary (tenure track)Begin: Fall 2021 SemesterLos Angeles Valley College (LAVC) is one of nine colleges in the Los Angeles Community College District and is located in the San Fernando Valley.
With an enrollment of approximately 18,000 students, LAVC offers a wide range of academic and career technical education programs and transfers its students to the campuses of the CSU and UC systems as well as private institutions.DEPARTMENTThe Technology Department of LAVC is looking to expand our program in the manufacturing area.
The department works closely with industry to provide high skill, high wage opportunities for students.JOB DESCRIPTIONIn accordance with its mission as a community college, instruction at LAVC focuses on creating pathways for certificates, degrees, and transfer.
Faculty members at LAVC are expected to create a learning-centered environment that supports students in fulfilling their educational goals.
All instructors are required to teach fifteen hours per week.
The assignment involves curriculum development and evaluation, on-line course development, attendance of department and discipline meetings, professional activities, and college committee work.
Instruction may include day, evening, off-campus, and Saturday courses.
This is a full-time probationary (tenure track) position with a ten-month assignment; however, additional summer and winter assignments may be available.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelor’s degree and two year of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR,* Associate’s degree and six years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment;* Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, cultural, socio-economic, and ethnic backgrounds of community college studentsDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS* At least two years of manufacturing teaching experience in a college setting.* At least two years of machine tool technology teaching experience in a college setting.* Enthusiasm for and knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies and the assessment of student learning (e.g., Student Learning Outcomes).* Interest in and willingness to participate in college and department committees.* Effective communication skills with students and colleagues in a multicultural environment.* Experience working with high schools and other industry/community partners.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Teach the regular load of 15 hours of manufacturing and machine tool technology classes.
Collaborate with colleagues in the oversight of the manufacturing as well as machine tool technology programs, Student Learning Outcome assessment, program review, course revision, non-credit course development and deployment.* Develop and disseminate strategies, resources and materials for teaching students in a multicultural and diverse environment.* Participate in department and campus committees and activities.* Participate in recruitment/industry events to attract more students into the program.* Participate as a member of grant writing teams for funding related to the disciplines.
and assist in the implementation of activities related to meeting grant outcomes.* Perform other academic duties as assigned.SALARY AND BENEFITSThe current starting range is from $59,140 to $92,070 for the ten-month academic year depending on education and experience.
The Ph.D.
differential is $3,730 per academic year.
The district provides an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents.
See http://www.laccd.edu/health/active/index.htm .APPLICATION AND EVALUATION PROCESSApplicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments.
Please go to http://www.laccd.edu/Employment/Pages/Academic-Jobs.aspx to file the application packet.Interested persons must submit:* Cover letter including a statement of teaching philosophy.* A current curriculum vitae/resume.* Unofficial transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate coursework with degrees posted (official transcripts will be required if selected for an interview).
Documents from an approved foreign transcript evaluator are required for degrees received from other countries.
You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: California Commission on Teaching Credentialing.
(Upload as an “Other Document”).* A list of at least three professional references which include the reference’s title and complete contact information.
(Upload as an “Other Document”).All required documentation must be filled no later than 4:30 p.m.
Friday April 9, 2021.
Faxed, emailed, or mailed items will not be accepted.
All application materials will be screened and a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in interviews.
A teaching demonstration will be part of the interview process.If you have questions regarding the application process please contact Tom Aduwo at aduwotm@lavc.edu.
If you have questions regarding the position please contact Douglas Marriott at marriodc@lavc.edu.
Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications.
Los Angeles Valley College reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time.
Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant.Individuals protected by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice.
Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.Equal Employment Policy: The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related), sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices, including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination.
A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse workforce and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce.