Part-Time, Hourly Geology Instructor

DESCRIPTIONNapa Valley College is searching for a part-time, hourly Geology Instructor for the Fall 2026 semester.The starting salary range is $74.84-$80.94/classroom hour, with future steps up to $94.69/classroom hour. Placement is based on verified previous college teaching or counseling experience.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential FunctionsInstructors appointed to the part-time temporary pool may be assigned to teach part-time, temporary, and/or substitute courses within the department as needed. Assignments may vary in length and are not guaranteed. Teaching responsibilities may include any Geology course offered by the department, including but not limited to Physical Geology, Physical Geology Laboratory, and Earth Science lecture and lab.Teach undergraduate geology courses in accordance with the approved curriculum, course outlines, and institutional policies.Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, laboratory activities, andinstruction as appropriate to the course.Develop and assess student learning through formative and summative evaluation methods.Maintain regular office hours toprovide academic support and guidance to students.Use the college's learning management system to post course materials, communicate with students, and submit grades.Participation in departmental and college professional activities and/or committees is welcomed, but not requiredAdhere to college policies regarding attendance, grading, academic integrity, and safety, including laboratory and field safety protocols.Maintaining currency and depth of knowledge in assigned area of responsibilityCollaborate with department faculty and staff as needed to support program and institutional goals.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum QualificationsMaster's in earth sciences, geology, geophysics,meteorology, oceanography, or paleontologyORbachelor's in geologyANDmaster's in geography, physics, or geochemistryORthe equivalent.Desirable QualificationInstructional experience in a community college.APPLICATION PROCEDUREA. Applicants must complete the online application through SchoolJobs.com. All elements of the application must be submitted in order for the application to be considered complete.B. Applicants must attach the following to complete the application process:Current comprehensive resumeOPTIONAL: Request for Equivalency Review form, if applicable (ONLYfor applicants who do not possess the stated minimum educational qualifications and are seeking consideration on the basis of equivalency).Legible copies of transcripts verifying college work, degrees, and conferral dates.NOTE:Unofficial copies of transcripts accepted at time of application, however, official transcripts will be required upon offer of employment.Please removeSSN or DOB if visible on transcripts.Foreign Transcripts: Napa Valley College requires that individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement, even if the foreign transcript has previously been accepted by a different college or university in the United States. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the State of California, Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Please click here (Download PDF reader) for a list of approved organizations.It is important that your application reflect all of your relevant education and experience, including academic and non-academic employment history. Please note that your resume does not take the place of completing the "Work Experience" section of the application. Applicationswillbe rejected if no work experience is listed, or if other required application fields are missing or incomplete.It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required application materials are completed and properly uploaded into the system. Only complete applications will be forwarded to the division chair/dean for further review. An application is only considered complete if all items above are uploaded.Please do not submit material not requested. Application materials submitted become the property of Napa Valley College and the Department of Human Resources cannot copy, return, or transfer materials to other positions. Any expenses incurred in connection with the initial interview will be the responsibility of the candidate.The District will not accept materials by e-mail, fax, or mail.SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please contact the Department of Human Resources.Napa Valley College, an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, maintains a drug-free workplace and requires that employees abide by that policy.For more information, contact the Department of Human Resources:2277 Napa-Vallejo HighwayNapa, CA 94558(707) 256-7100jobline@napavalley.eduFor technical support, contact NEOGOV/NEOED at (855) 524-5627.