Job Description

Ethnic Studies Instructor

North Orange County Community College District

Position Number:

2016586FT

Location:

Fullerton College

Department:

FC Ethnic Studies & Student Equity

Percentage of Employment:

100%

Months of Employment:

10 Months Per Year

Work Schedule:

Full Time, Tenure Track

:

JOB

DESCRIPTION

Teach lower division courses in Ethnic Studies and additional area(s) of expertise to a diverse student population.

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.

Primary Purpose:

PRIMARY

PURPOSE

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.

Working Relationships:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Special Requirements:

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:

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters in African-American/Black/Africana Studies or Latino Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicana/o Studies, or Asian-American Studies, or Native American/ American Indian Studies



OR



Masters in Ethnic Studies



OR


Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area.

OR



The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.

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:

DESIRABLE

QUALIFICATIONS

Recent experience teaching Ethnic Studies courses in higher education.


Masters degree in Comparative Ethnic Studies.


Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Critical/Relational Ethnic Studies, Queer Communities of Color, Race and Popular Culture, Social Movements, Restorative and Transformative Justice praxis, and other related areas that deepen and expand the interdisciplinary landscape of Ethnic Studies.

Demonstrated experience and commitment to effectively teaching and mentoring Black/African American, Latinx, Indigenous/Native American, Asian Pacific Islander American, and/or other disproportionately impacted students, using culturally affirming, liberatory, and community-centered pedagogies.


Demonstrated ability to support community college students from diverse ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, racial and ethnic identities, socioeconomic backgrounds, and academic preparation levels, grounded in intersectional and justice-oriented teaching practices.



Interest and/or experience in teaching Ethnic Studies to high school students with an understanding of age-appropriate, culturally sustaining, and developmentally responsive pedagogy.


Commitment to ongoing and continuous improvement of ones teaching and mentorship practices to more effectively engage, empower, and affirm racially marginalized and disproportionately impacted students.

Knowledge of and experience using effective instructional technologies and online pedagogies, including training and/or certification in online teaching modalities.


Experience designing creative, student-centered, and experiential learning environments, such as project-based learning, community-engaged or service learning, and multimodal assessment practices.

Demonstrated commitment to and active engagement with the discipline of Ethnic Studies through scholarship, creative work, professional service, and/or community-based involvement.


Knowledge and application of major epistemological frameworks shaping Ethnic Studies, including disciplinary histories, foundational and emergent theories, decolonial and feminist methods, major paradigm shifts, and transformative pedagogical approaches.

Working Conditions:

Salary Range:

$85,541 - $128,379 Annually

Open Date:

12/17/2025

Close Date:

02/12/2026