Job Description:
Ethnic Studies Instructor, Full Time - Tenure Track
Description
Yuba College seeks a strong, well-rounded, equity-minded Ethnic Studies educator. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience or potential to be an excellent instructor at a community college, and can provide leadership or contribute positively in areas such as: development of the Ethnic Studies program and curriculum; keeping course offerings up-to date and relevant; staying abreast of and communicating the current tr ends in Ethnic Studies education; and collaborating with area high schools .
The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to promoting and fostering a learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds through effective communication and collaboration. Essential Duties Summary As a full-time faculty member, this individual will be expected to organize and teach Ethnic Studies courses, including but not limited to: Introduction to Ethnic Studies; History of Race and Ethnicity; and other courses in their area of specialization. The successful candidate will be expected to organize and teach a diverse curriculum and engage in culturally responsive and accessible pedagogy. They will provide instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, class schedules, and Governing Board policies; evaluate progress of students concerning educational matters; develop and assess student learning outcomes; and perform other instructional-related duties as assigned. As part of a community of educators, the successful candidatewill demonstrate a commitment to participating in professional development opportunities that build effectiveness in areas of inclusion, intercultural communication, and advancing equity and diversity. Evening, weekend, distance education, and off-campus instruction may be part of the contract. The college offers courses in in-person, online, hybrid, and point-to-point interactive modalities. The successful candidate will be able to utilize instructional technologies effectively for inclusion and accessibility. Required Qualifications Knowledge of and ability to understand the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems, and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.The successful candidate, by the final filing date, must possess the minimum qualifications for instructors in Ethnic Studies at California Community Colleges• Master’s in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/a Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native American/ American Indian Studies OR• Master’s in Ethnic Studies OR• The equivalent
The District has adopted equivalency procedures which enable applications by individuals not possessing qualifications listed above. Applicants who do not have the exact minimum qualificationslisted above are encouraged to include a completed Equivalency Form with their application. The form, policy, and procedures can be found at
https://www.yccd.edu/central-services/hr/forms/ For more information on equivalencies contact the Human Resources office at 530-741-8733. Desired/Preferred Qualifications Interest or experience with community engagement or community projects. Trained in one of the Ethnic Studies disciplines (African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/a Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native American/ American Indian Studies) and prepared to teach comparative Ethnic Studies courses (i.e., Intro Ethnic Studies and History of Race). Physical Demands Range/Step Class II step - Class VII step 10 Salary Range $79,984 to $128,369 /YR. (Per Salary Schedule for Full Time Faculty) Benefits Information
Additional Resources:-
About The Yuba Community College District - Certificated Benefits Overview- Certificated Benefit Summary and Rates-
Certificated Salary Schedule- Kaiser Notice- Retirement System ( STRS )- Collective Bargaining Agreement EEO Statement
Equal Employment OpportunityThe Yuba Community College District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Yuba Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements.
The Yuba Community College District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Board Policies Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Commitment to Diversity Closing Date/Time: 2026-03-05
Salary:
$79,984 to $128,369 /YR. (Per Salary Schedule for Full Time Faculty)