Gerontology Adjunct Assistant Professor

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Salary: $50.06 - $151.81 Hourly Location: (ARC) 4700 College Oak Dr, Sacramento, CA 95841 Job Type: Faculty - ADJ Job Number: REQ02025 College: American River College Department: ARC Health and Education Closing Date: 11/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: LRCFT Beginning (on or about): 01/16/2027 Ending Date: 06/30/2027 Hours per Week: To be determined. Campus Website: https://arc.losrios.edu/about-us/mission-vision-and-values Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours. Additional Salary Information: Initial salary within a given range varies, depending upon current classification and salary placement. Position Summary The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member. Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (Download PDF reader) (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here. Typical Duties The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:GERON 303 - Introduction to Social Gerontology: Aging in Contemporary Society GERON 305 - Introduction to Geropsychology and the Aging Brain GERON 306 - Health, Wellness, and the Aging Process To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage:ARC Programs and Majors Minimum QualificationsMaster's in Gerontology, Psychology, or Sociology, OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. Application Instructions Before You Apply: Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified. Required Application Documents: Applicants must submit the followingLos Rios Community College District Application Letter of Interest Resume or Curriculum Vitae Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements) Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements) Minimum Qualification Requirements:Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word). If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details. Example: If a master's in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted. Previously granted equivalency in the discipline applying for must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy. Transcript Requirements:Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency. Foreign transcripts are not accepted. For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation. Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details. If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor's and a master's), separate transcripts for each degree must be included. Transcripts must clearly identify the institution's name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight or circle this information. Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (confer date) or in progress. If the degree is in progress, the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained. Only official or unofficial transcripts are accepted to verify education. Graduate advising documents, grade reports, course listings, diplomas, and similar materials will not be accepted in place of transcripts. Applicants are responsible for concealing any sensitive information from their transcripts, such as full birthdate, social, or other personal data, if preferred not to disclose. Additional Instructions:Applicants must be authorized to work for AN

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