Instructor, Chicanx/Latinx Studies

Instructor, Chicanx/Latinx Studies

HR EMPLOYMENT/CAREERS
Closing Date: 8/3/21*
*For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Any complete applications received after the review date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.
The Foothill-De Anza Community College district is currently accepting applications for two faculty positions: Instructor, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, and, Instructor, Comparative Ethnic Studies, both at De Anza College.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Foothill - De Anza Community College District, composed of two colleges and an education center, is one of the top performing districts in both California and the United States, and one of the largest, ranking seventh in size among the state's 72 districts, serving more than 58,500 students per year and with an operating budget of $180M unrestricted general fund. Consistent with its mission, the District has a strong commitment to equity and inclusion and incorporates those values in its policies, procedures, and operations, and in its leadership and service to students and the community. Publicly supported and locally oriented, the District fills an essential role in workforce development, continuing education, and skills preparation to meet the changing demands of the highly diverse surrounding population and business communities. The District's students and more than 2,000 faculty and staff enjoy an unparalleled quality of life in an ideal climate, with physically pristine and fiscally sound campuses that have earned their reputation for academic excellence.

Foothill - De Anza Community College District Mission Statement:
The mission of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District is student success. We are driven by an equity agenda and guided by core values of excellence, inclusion, and sustainability. Every member of our district contributes to a dynamic learning environment that fosters student engagement, equal opportunity, and innovation in meeting the various educational and career goals of our diverse students. We are committed to providing an accessible, quality undergraduate education dedicated to developing a broadly educated and socially responsible community that supports an equitable and just future for California.

De Anza College Mission Statement:
De Anza College provides an academically rich, multicultural learning environment that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character and abilities; to realize their goals; and to be socially responsible leaders in their communities, the nation and the world.

De Anza College fulfills its mission by engaging students in creative work that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and attitudes contained within the college's Institutional Core Competencies:

• Communication and expression
• Information literacy
• Physical/mental wellness and personal responsibility
• Civic capacity for global, cultural, social and environmental awareness
• Critical thinking

DIVISION PROFILE
The Ethnic Studies program at De Anza College is known as Intercultural Studies, part of the Intercultural/International Studies (IIS) Division. This Ethnic Studies program includes African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Chicanx/Latinx Studies, Native American and Indigenous Studies (includes Pacific Islander Studies), Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Comparative Ethnic Studies courses. The IIS Division includes Intercultural Studies, International Studies, and World Languages. International Studies includes courses in Non-Western Art History.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE
Position 1. Primary responsibility of the Chicanx/Latinx Studies Instructor position is to teach a variety of college-level courses that fulfill either general education requirements or an Associate of Arts degree in Intercultural Studies. Provide classroom instruction in Chicanx/Latinx Studies courses using student-learning-and-success-centered pedagogies. Primary teaching assignments may include: introduction to Chicanx/Latinx studies, history, art history, culture, identity, contemporary communities, transnationalism, diaspora, race and racism, and literature. Secondary course assignments may include: comparative ethnic studies; research theories and methods; women, gender, and sexuality studies; intercultural communication, multicultural art history; and other Intercultural/International Studies Division courses.

Position 2. Primary responsibility of the Comparative Ethnic Studies Instructor position is to teach a variety of college-level courses that fulfill either general education requirements or an Associate of Arts degree in Intercultural Studies. Provide classroom instruction in Comparative Ethnic Studies courses using student-learning-and-success-centered pedagogies. Primary teaching assignments may include: comparative history in ethnic studies; comparative contemporary communities in ethnic studies; comparative racial formations; research theories and methods.
Secondary course assignments may include: indigenous studies, Pacific Islander studies, intercultural communication, multicultural art history; women, gender, and sexuality studies; and other Intercultural/International Studies Division courses.

Both Positions. Instructors will foster an inclusive, respectful and active community of learners that critically explores and investigates a problem-posing analysis of the above topic areas. Instructors engage in emancipatory pedagogies that make connections between the classroom, our Campus, and society at large. Instruction will address globalization, migration, economic, gender, and other forms of systemic oppression, exploring both historically successful and emergent strategies for addressing these challenges in transformative ways.

Standard duties expected of the two positions include: coordination of departmental course offerings/scheduling, cultivating collegiality among department faculty, development and evaluation of curricula, maintaining scheduled office hours, collaborative participation in department and division meetings, pursuing professional growth activities (particularly those focused on supporting student learning and success), and performing other duties consistent with the role of an instructor and member of a college community. Instructors participate in campus extracurricular student support and success activities, and serve on college-wide and District committees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.
2. Chicanx/Latinx Studies Instructor: Master's in Chicanx/Latinx Studies OR the equivalent, OR Master's in related field AND upper division or graduate course work in Chicanx/Latinx Studies OR the EQUIVALENT.
3. Comparative Ethnic Studies Instructor: Master's in Comparative Ethnic Studies OR the equivalent, OR in Native American and Indigenous, African American, Asian American, Chicanx/Latinx, AND upper division or graduate course work in comparative ethnic studies OR the EQUIVALENT, OR Master's in related field AND upper division or graduate course work in comparative ethnic studies OR the EQUIVALENT.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Ph.D. in one of the areas of instruction listed above.
2. Experience working effectively, collaboratively and across disciplines with students, faculty, and staff from diverse linguistic, academic, socio-economic, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds; with diverse physical and learning abilities; and with diverse sexual orientations, by modeling attitudes and behaviors that foster a climate of respect, inclusion, and collaboration.
3. Experience effectively using creative, interactive, and engaging teaching strategies, including multimedia and cooperative group structures, to engage the multiple learning modalities of diverse student populations, which results in student learning and success.
4. A commitment to, and successful experience with grassroot-community and college-community advocacy/organizing, especially through student engaged learning (community-service-learning and civic-engagement experiences).
5. Significant experience in multicultural, multiracial/multiethnic, and intercultural teaching, research (especially action research), and community engagement, and, in intercultural alliance building.
6. A commitment to, and successful experience with working collaboratively as a member of a team to advance the social justice and multicultural missions of the Division and of the College.
7. A commitment to, and successful experience with effectively engaging students from historically marginalized communities by scaffolding writing, reading, and critical analysis skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:
Indoor, in classroom, office, or online environment.

Physical Abilities:
(Applicants should perform these physical abilities with or without reasonable accommodations)

1. Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
2. Vision sufficient to read various materials.
3. Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform the tasks required of the position.
4. Regularly stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
5. Bending at waist, kneeling, or crouching.
6. Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally.
7. Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs.

APPLICATION PACKET

1. A District on-line application to be completed at http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/ *In the application, you will provide information, which demonstrates your understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Additionally, you will be asked to explain how your life experiences, studies or work have influenced your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
2. A cover letter detailing your background and experience, skills, and abilities as they relate to the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position.
3. A current resume of all work experience, formal education and training.
4. The following supplemental material, which includes answers to the following questions:

• Please list relevant coursework in Chicanx/Latinx Studies and/or Comparative Ethnic Studies, or related disciplines.
• Describe your work experience as it relates to teaching Chicanx/Latinx studies and/or Comparative Ethnic Studies, including any experience with community service learning and/or civic engagement and organizing.
• Why do you want to teach at a community college?

If any required application materials are omitted, the committee will not review your application packet. Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be accepted. For full-consideration, all application packets must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to provide the names and telephone numbers of colleagues who have first-hand knowledge of what you have described above.

If you wish to request equivalency for this position (if you believe you do not otherwise meet minimum qualifications via educational degree attainment as specified), you must submit the Request for Equivalency form and supporting documentation. This form must be submitted with your application packet. You may either scan a hard copy of this form with your application packet or submit it as a Word document with your application packet. http://hr.fhda.edu/_downloads/Equivalency.pdf
Please allow yourself ample time to complete your application and resolve any technical difficulties that may arise with your submission. We do not guarantee a response to application questions within 48 hours of the closing date. You may also visit our “Applicant Information” webpage to assist with technical difficulties at: http://hr.fhda.edu/careers/a-applicant-instructions.html HIRING RANGE Annually plus benefits; actual placement is based on applicant's verified education and experience. For the complete Faculty Salary Schedule, go to: http://hr.fhda.edu/_downloads/2019-2020%20Faculty%20Salary%20Schedules.pdf. The candidate selected for the position will need to provide copies of official transcripts for salary placement. Do not submit transcripts with your application.
Excellent benefits package which includes medical coverage for employee and eligible dependents, dental, vision care, employee assistance program, long term disability, retirement benefits and basic life insurance. Other voluntary benefits are also available such as legal assistance, pet insurance, and long-term care. Faculty are also eligible for paid professional development leaves and stipends for educational and professional development. For information on our benefits package that includes medical for employees and dependents, visit our web site: http://hr.fhda.edu/benefits/index.html TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, Tenure-track, 10-months per year
STARTING DATE: Fall 2021 (September 16, 2021)

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Employment Services no later than the closing date of the announcement. The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. The Foothill-De Anza Community College District does not reimburse applicants for travel, lodging or any other costs incurred by applicant to attend interviews. All interviewing costs incurred will be the responsibility of the applicant. For more information about our application process contact: Employment Services
Foothill-De Anza Community College District
12345 El Monte Road
Los Altos Hills, California 94022
(650) 949-6217
Email: employment@fhda.edu
http://hr.fhda.edu/




To apply, visit https://fhda.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/374?c=fhda

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