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Noncredit Disability Support Services Instructor

Employer
North Orange County Community College District
Location
North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus

Job Details

Classification Title:

Non-Credit Faculty

Salary Range:

$85,541 - $128,379 Annually

Salary Schedule Information:

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Job Title:

Noncredit Disability Support Services Instructor

Department:

NOCE-AC Disability Support Services-Instruction

Location:

North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus

Percentage of Employment :

100%

Months of Employment :

10 Months Per Year

Work Schedule:

Full Time

About Us::

Do you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students’ educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. The District is renowned as one of the best two-year college districts in California. Located approximately 40 miles southeast of Los Angeles, California, the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) serves approximately 60,000 students annually at three institutions: Cypress College, Fullerton College, and North Orange Continuing Education. Students are able to shape their futures in programs leading to associate degrees, a baccalaureate degree, career education certificates, and transfer opportunities. Life-long learning is also possible in continuing education programs that range from high school completion and basic skills mastery through an array of career education training and self-developed courses. The district’s geographic boundaries encompass 155 square miles, taking in most of north Orange County and a small portion of Los Angeles County. The district’s service area includes 18 cities and communities and 16 school districts. The NOCCCD campuses serve an area of over one million diverse people. The student population demographics, district-wide are: Latinx 47.2%; Asian 17.9%; White; 16.5%; African American 2.6%; Multi-Ethnicity 2.6%; Pacific Islander 0.3%; and America Indian/Alaskan Native 0.2%. The district is part of a regional higher education community that includes the California State University campuses at Fullerton and Long Beach, the University of California Irvine, and the Chapman University system.

North Orange Continuing Education (NOCE) has been serving the community since 1973 with free, noncredit educational programs and services to empower our community. Students enroll in NOCE’s noncredit programs to enhance basic skills, gain employable skills, prepare for credit courses, for self-sufficiency or to enhance civic participation. Noncredit programs offered at NOCE include adult basic skills (High School Diploma and Literacy Programs), English as a Second Language (ESL), U.S. citizenship, parenting, older adults, short-term vocational, and programs for adults with disabilities.

In addition, NOCE offers a wide selection of community education courses such as Kids’ College and Teen Program, fitness, home decorative arts, business skills and fine/applied arts. NOCE offers adults (18+) the opportunity to earn a high school diploma as well as nearly a dozen career education certificates. Tuition-free noncredit career certificates include the areas of administrative professional, early childhood education, electrical technology, funeral service assistant, management, medical assistant, pharmacy technician, and quality assurance for medical devices.
NOCE serves more than 15,000 students annually, ranging from preschoolers to seniors, at three Center locations in Anaheim, Cypress, and Wilshire (Fullerton) as well as over 100+ community-based locations in partnership with K12 schools, churches, community centers, senior centers, skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. NOCE is proudly accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges. NOCE is a stand-alone institution, serving as the noncredit arm of the North Orange County Community College District, which also includes credit-based Cypress College and Fullerton College. Part of the California Community College System, all NOCE courses are approved by the state of California.
NOCE believes in a multicultural and diverse learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students. NOCE provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through District networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and LGBTQ Faculty Staff Associations.
The ideal candidate will share NOCE’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. NOCE truly embodies an inclusive learning culture. The student body is very diverse, with over 27% Latinx, 25% Caucasian, 18% Asian/Pacific Islander, 2% African American, 0.29% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, and 0.12% American Indian/Alaskan Native. In addition, NOCE female students make up approximately two-thirds of the student population (at 69%) with 64% of the total population being 55+ in age.
NOCE is committed to enriching lives through education to meet the evolving needs of the community. NOCE employees are dedicated to the core values of Accountability, Diversity, Equity, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, and Learning. We invite you to be a part of this celebrated and diverse community of learners where we put Students First. More information can be found at www.noce.edu.

Disability Support Services (DSS) provides support to adult students with disabilities so they can successfully transition to, participate in, complete their postsecondary education at NOCE, and transition to competitive, integrated employment. The DSS office offers traditional accommodations and support services, plus the department has developed programs that offer additional assistance such as educational coaching, neurodiversity labs, specialized counseling, employment preparation, bus mobility training, and job development. DSS offers classes on three, in-person campuses, plus distance education. Courses are designed to help students improve their skills so that they can achieve higher level academic goals, attain jobs, and live as independently as possible.

What We Offer::

  • 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage (up to $9,051.21 for one dependent or $14,481.50 for two or more dependents annually)
  • Fringe allowance to be used at employee’s discretion ($2,646.10 annually)
  • Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
  • $50,000 life insurance benefit
  • Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans)
  • Retirement pension plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS)
  • Abundant Professional Growth & Development opportunities
  • Cumulative sick leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
  • Progressive and innovative culture
  • Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations

Primary Purpose:

POSITION IS CATEGORICALLY FUNDED

Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Essential Functions:

Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description:

Teach Disability Support Services (DSS) classes, and related courses to a diverse student population. Examples of DSS classes include Job Skills, Computers, Living More Independently, Self-Advocacy, Living More Independently, Relationships and Sexuality, Cooking, Social Skills, and Banking. DSS will be offering instruction in workforce classes such as: Animal Care, Career Fields, Digital Marketing, Food Services, Guest Services, Healthcare Workers, Childcare, Restaurant Industry, Retail & Customer Service, Workplace Technology.

DSS classes are offered on three NOCCCD campuses plus distance education. These classes are designed to support students with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other cognitive disabilities.

Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities.
Participate in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success.
Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings.
Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner.
Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties.
Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions.
Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students.
Work cooperatively with staff and students.
Evening and/or weekend assignments may be required as part of the regular contract.

Special Requirements:

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration.
Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submitted and from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our website here regarding accredited postsecondary institutions.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree with any of the following majors:

Education of students with specific or multiple disabilities; special education; psychology; physical education with an emphasis in adaptive physical education; communicative disorders; rehabilitation; computer-based education; other computer-related majors which include course work on adapted or assistive computer technology for students with disabilities; other majors related to providing specialized instruction or services to persons with disabilities.

OR

An associate degree with one of the majors specified in subparagraph (2) above;

AND

Four years of experience providing specialized instruction or services to persons in the disability category or categories being served.


Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications:

Demonstrated success in helping students from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized racial and ethnic groups, nontraditional students, speakers of other languages, and students with disabilities.

Two (2) or more years teaching experience providing instruction to college-age students with disabilities in the areas of workforce preparation, basic skills and adult executive functioning, including knowledge pertaining to Distance Education and Universal Design for Learning.

Knowledge and competency in working with students who have disabilities with an emphasis on students who have ID/DD, ASD, ADD/ADHD, and Mental Health Disabilities

Experience collaborating with Regional Centers, including knowledge of Federal and State requirements for programs serving individuals with ID/DD.

Posting Number:

2016490FT

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

08/07/2025

Open Date:

12/13/2024

Close Date:

02/10/2025

Special Instructions Summary:

This position is grant funded and exists based on the availability of funds. Employment is contingent upon the continuous availability of funds.

Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with the faculty collective bargaining agreement and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.
The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within six (6) months.
To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”.
The minimum required number of references for this position is five (5).
All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. At the time of the interview a written exercise and/or an oral presentation related to the assignment may be required. Subsequent to the interviews, the screening committee will select candidates for final consideration. A second interview will be required of candidates selected as finalists. References, including a supervisor will be contacted if a candidate is moved forward as a finalist in the recruitment process.

NOCCCD offers reimbursement for candidate travel expenses. Visit here to view the administrative procedures – AP 7120-10.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Organization

The mission of the North Orange County Community College District is to serve and enrich our communities and inspire life-long learning by providing education that is exemplary, relevant, and accessible.

The District encompasses approximately 155 square miles.  Boundaries extend to the Riverside County line on the east and the Los Angeles County line on the west and north.  A portion of Los Angeles County, on the north and west boundary, is included in the District's service area. 

Cities Included in the District:  The District includes the following cities: Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Cypress, Fullerton, La  Habra, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Placentia, Rossmoor, Yorba Linda, and  portions of the following cities: Garden Grove, La Habra Heights, La Mirada, Orange, Seal Beach, Stanton, Whittier, and unincorporated territory in both Los Angeles and Orange counties.

School Districts Included in the District:  Anaheim City, Anaheim Union High, Brea-Olinda Unified, Buena Park, Centralia, Cypress, Fullerton (Elementary), Fullerton Union High, La Habra City, Los Alamitos Unified, Lowell Joint, Magnolia, Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified, Savanna, and portions of the Garden Grove Unified School District.

Mission Statement

The mission of the North Orange County Community College District is to serve and enrich our communities and inspire life-long learning by providing education that is exemplary, relevant, and accessible. 

 Cypress College and Fullerton College will offer associate degrees, vocational certificates and transfer education, as well as developmental instruction and a broad array of specialized training. The School of Continuing Education will offer non-college credit programs including high school diploma completion, basic skills, vocational certificates and self development courses. Specific activities in both the colleges and School of Continuing Education will be directed toward economic development within the community.

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