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Assistant Professor, Mathematics

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Rancho Santiago Community College District

Location: Santa Ana, California
Category: Mathematics
Date Posted: February 29, 2024
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach all assigned classes, which may include Distance Education classes and evening or off-campus assignments unless excused according to Board Policy provisions. Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress. Assist in maintaining course outline for each assigned course. Be familiar with and observe the administrative regulations as they appear in the Faculty Handbook (flex calendar obligations, course overviews, etc). Participate in department, college, or district committees and activities. Will teach a variety of courses/levels within the discipline/area of study.

Job Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Applicants must meet one of the following):

Possess from an accredited institution: Masters in mathematics or applied mathematics OR Bachelors in either of the above AND Masters in statistics, physics or mathematics education OR
Possess a valid California Community College credential, OR
The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the application form.)
- Master's degree and thirty (30+) semester units in upper division or graduate level courses of math (or applied math courses from departments other than math to be evaluated as to math content by their course outline), eighteen (18) semester units of which must be graduate level, AND at least two (2) years of mathematics teaching experience.

Additional Qualifications

Experience in teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and widely varying levels of proficiency preferred.
A working knowledge of and experience with student learning outcomes and assessment.
Experience teaching a variety of class modalities such as in-person, online, etc.
Knowledge of current trends in community college mathematics and effective teaching practices.
Effective written and verbal communication skills

ABOUT RANCHO SANTIAGO COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of California's 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange County's total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The District includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCD's three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.

EEO STATEMENT

The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is committed to the concept and principles of staff diversity and equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Applications from all persons interested in the position are encouraged.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Application Screening

In addition to the specific requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

Educational experience breadth and depth
Work experience breadth and depth
Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Curriculum development
Program development
Community involvement
Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic community
Credential or minimum qualifications authorizing service in other areas of need
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
Bilingual ability (if needed)

Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.

Meeting the position's minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.

Interview

Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

Oral communication skills
Presentation
Problem-solving skills
Successful teaching, problem-solving, or performance demonstration
Writing skills/demonstration

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance.

Application Procedures

To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District Online application that includes the items listed below by the position's closing date. Human Resources will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.

A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

RSCCD Online Application
Cover Letter
Resume – details all relevant education, training, and other work experience
Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies are accepted)

Travel reimbursement is available to those meeting the established district criteria.

Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States-based credentials evaluation service, must translate and evaluate Foreign transcripts.

Conditions of Employment

The selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process:

Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam (TB).
Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)
Submit official transcripts.
Submit official verification of employment letters.