Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.
SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.
Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
Description
This position may include a combination of day, evening, weekend, extension site, and online or hybrid assignments.
This position is primarily assigned to support Learning Assistance Services at the Higher Education Centers and requires regular travel and work at multiple Southwestern College locations.
Potential 3-4 days per week at multiple locations intermittently during academic semesters:
- Chula Vista Campus, 900 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista 91910
- Higher Education Center at National City: 880 National City Blvd, National City 91950
- Higher Education Center at Otay Mesa: 8100 Gigantic Street, San Diego 92154
- Higher Education Center at San Ysidro: 460 W San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro 92173
Southwestern Community College District is seeking a full-time, tenure-track, equity-focused faculty member committed to serving its culturally diverse student population.
Southwestern Community College District seeks faculty who will foster an inclusive learning environment through equity-minded teaching, leadership, and service to students working toward goals of university transfer, associate degree and certificate completion, employment advancement, and personal growth.
THE COLLEGE
Southwestern Community College District is not just a college district; it is a vibrant hub of higher education serving the diverse communities of Chula Vista, San Ysidro, Otay Mesa, National City, and Coronado. Our strategic location in south San Diego County places us in a unique position to provide exceptional services to a binational community along the United States-Mexico International Border.
As a proud Hispanic Serving Institution and eligible Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (ANNAPISI), SWCCD places immense value on equity, inclusion, diversity, and culturally responsive classroom instruction and support services. We understand that each employee and student bring a unique set of experiences and perspectives to our campus, and we are committed to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates this diversity.
The College is dedicated to providing quality academic programs, comprehensive student support services that ensure equitable access, and clear pathways to student success. These efforts include professional development opportunities, employee-led affinity groups, proud commitment to DACA students, and supportive employee onboarding practices.
OUR STUDENTS
Southwestern Community College District currently enrolls approximately 32,000 students annually. Southwestern Community College District is a very diverse college with an ethnicity/race make up of 58% Hispanic students, 19% Caucasian students, 6% Filipino students, 5% African American students, 2% Asian students and 3% multi-ethnicity. Approximately 56% of the colleges students are under the age of 24 with 28% ages 25 to 39. Approximately 53% of students receive some form of financial aid, 39% are full-time students and 61% part-time students. The college has approximately 1,500 employees.
OUR VALUES
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, academic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. Successful candidates will be expected to exhibit responsiveness and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, cultural, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, religious, and ethnic and racial backgrounds of community college students and employees, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:
- Critically self-assess their individual impact, through teaching practices and student engagement, on closing equity gaps and holds themselves accountable to upholding and delivering equitable practices.
- Reframe deficit language and take individual and collective responsibility to look at their own practices as a vehicle to eliminate inequities.
- Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human differences.
- Strategically encourage and build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity efforts.
Southwestern Community College District seeks faculty who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals.
Summary Description
Under general direction of the Dean of Instructional Support Services (ISS), plan, organize, coordinate, and implement the Learning Assistance Services (LAS) programs; and perform a full range of administrative duties related to all Learning Assistance Services.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The minimum qualifications to teach any Masters degree level discipline in which learning assistance or tutoring is provided at the college where the coordinator is employed
OR
A Masters degree in education, educational psychology, or instructional psychology, or other Masters degree with emphasis in adult learning theory.
Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. Experience working in a community with a similar diversity pattern as is found in the service area for Southwestern College is desirable.
- Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Learning assistance theory, best practices, and operations.
- Teaching, learning, and collaborative tutoring strategies.
- Principles and practices of program development, administration, and review.
- Strategic planning techniques.
- Pertinent federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and guidelines.
- Principles and practices of grant development and administration.
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
- Information and research resources related to areas of assignment.
- Methods and techniques of research, analysis, and decision-making.
- Principles and procedures of statistical record keeping and report preparation.
- Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software.
- English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to:
- Manage, direct, and provide effective leadership for Learning Assistance Services programs.
- Develop and administer program goals, objectives, and procedures.
- Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
- Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.
- Inspire a team approach involving diverse constituencies to share a vision and develop programs.
- Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
- Select, provide work direction, train staff, and give evaluation input to the Dean of ISS.
- Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
- Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
- Prepare and administer budgets.
- Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and District policies, laws, and regulations.
- Conduct meetings and serve on committees.
- Work successfully with District faculty, administrators, and staff.
- Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse racial, ethnic, disabled, sexual orientation, and cultural populations of community college students.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Plan, develop, organize, coordinate, and implement the Districts LAS programs including the Academic Success (Tutorial) Center at the Chula Vista campus and Higher Education Centers.
- Develop and implement a range of tutorial services that serve the needs of the student population; design and conduct workshops/tutorial sessions for students to improve their learning and academic success.
- Facilitate coordination between all components of Learning Assistance Services and the campus community including Schools/Centers, Student Services, and special programs, grants, projects and populations.
- Collaborate with discipline faculty to ensure tutor training meets the needs of their discipline; consult with academic departments to ensure the integrity of the tutorial services provided in course and subject areas.
- Oversee, ensure, and verify the training of all tutors hired for tutorial programs offered on campus and the Higher Education Centers.
- Work with LAS staff and the Office of Research, Evaluation, and Planning to provide ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of the various components of Learning Assistance Services; facilitate and complete Administrative Unit Program Review of all Learning Assistance Services; obtain feedback from administrators, faculty, staff, and students regarding program effectiveness; recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate; facilitate necessary changes.
- Oversee and participate in the evaluation of tutors in relation to tutoring techniques and applications and monitor their effectiveness in leading students to become independent learners; meet with tutors when improvement plans are developed.
- Coordinate the development and distribution of all Learning Assistance Services related materials; market and promote LAS, PSP, test proctoring, and T3 services.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Learning Assistance Services Faculty Coordinator
Supplemental Information
SALARY SCHEDULE: Academic Contract 11-Month
Upon initial employment, full-time faculty members are placed on the salary schedule based upon years of experience and education. Initial salary placement for experience can range (1-6) from $77,303.00-$116,316.00 per year.
Faculty members are encouraged to continue their professional development through additional study qualifying them for advancement on the salary schedule. For the current salary schedule and information on salary placement visit our website at www.swccd.edu.
Academic employees participate in the State Teachers Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
This is a non-telecommuting position.
Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions; extended periods of time viewing computer monitor; possible exposure to dissatisfied individuals.
Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
TENTATIVE TIMELINE (Subject to change): Any application received after the initial deadline is not guaranteed a review.
September 22-October 25, 2026Position advertised; District receives applicationsOctober 25, 2026Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration. Position is open until filled.November 2-13, 2026Reviewing of applications.November 16-27, 2026Search Committee interviews candidates.November 30-December 4, 2026Second level interviews for top candidates.December, 2026Successful applicants name submitted to the Governing Board for approval.
Application Process
A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.
It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date. Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document. All notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.
For Academic positions (only): If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency application.
A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.
INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.
If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.
Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).
American with Disabilities (ADA):
Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, 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.
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report:
SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website.
If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):
More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program website.