Foreign Language Faculty (All Languages), Part-Time (non-credit) (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

FAC00420

The TRIO Upward Bound Program at the Community College of Philadelphia is in search of an experienced, energetic Foreign Language instructor to facilitate a 6-week introductory course. The course will be for rising 10th -12th graders from the Philadelphia School District participating in this extra-curricular college prep program aimed at potential first-generation college students from low-income households.

The class will be held at the main campus of the Community College of Philadelphia Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning Monday June 26th and ending Wednesday, July 26th , 2023. There are two sections of the class, each one hour long with approximately 20 students per class. Classes begin at 1:00pm and end at 3:05pm. The position is 2 hours per day x 17 teaching days, plus paid staff meetings and trainings. Course hours may change at the discretion of the course needs, however those hours described above are currently the prescribed hours.

All applicants musthave a bachelor’s degree and teaching experience. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter,resume and two references by Friday April 21, 2023.
Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions.

*Applicant credentials will be kept on file until the end of the 2023-2024 academic year with the intent to hire additional instructors for the forthcoming semesters.

• Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.

• Demonstrate appropriate use of existing technology to further learning for students. Incorporate instructional technology to support the learning process.

• Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify/address problems.

• Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the College’s faculty, staff and students.

• Manage the learning environment with a student-centered focus. Implement diverse teaching and learning strategies that accommodate the learning styles of students.

• Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in field of discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Recognize the unique needs, culture, and context of students and advocates for their learning and well-being.

• All applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience.

Main Campus

Interested persons should complete an online application.

• Cover letter of interest and CV/resume REQUIRED.

• Name and contact information for three (3) references REQUIRED.

• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with the Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented groups. AA/EOE.

All candidates must have child abuse clearances, FBI fingerprinting, PA State Criminal Background Checks and have completed the Child Abuse Recognition and Reporter Training within the past 5 years or renew certifications/course completion prior to start date.

Adjunct

$40.00 an hour

Faculty

Part-Time