The El Camino Community College District is now accepting
applications for anticipated part-time faculty positions in the
following subject area for spring 2027:
CHEM-4: BEGINNING CHEMISTRY
Faculty job responsibilities include the development of class curriculum to meet the requirements detailed in the Course Outline of Record, conducting office hours at regularly scheduled days and times, and the assessment of learning outcomes to improve teaching and learning in achieving El Camino College's mission of institutional effectiveness, quality educational programs, and vibrant student support services.
Faculty assignments may include morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend hours. Dual enrollment, distance education, on-line or hybrid with required distance education certification assignments are voluntary. For faculty who are interested in teaching online or hybrid courses, completion of El Camino College's distance education certification process is required or submission of a waiver with evidence of prior certification to develop and teach quality online courses.
Faculty may participate in initiatives set forth by the College that support students to achieve their educational goals through collaborations with employers, advisory committees, industry/trade groups, universities, high schools, or other partnerships with related instructional disciplines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in chemistry; OR
Bachelor's degree in chemistry AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics; OR
The equivalent - Candidates not possessing the required qualification(s) as stated on this announcement must complete the Request For Equivalency Form as part of the application process to explain in detail how their qualifications are equivalent to those above ; OR
Valid California community college instructor credential in appropriate subject issued prior to July 1, 1990 ( per California Education Code 87355 ); AND
Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and of individuals with disabilities.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Community college or equivalent teaching experience in chemistry lecture and laboratory courses.
Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of evidence-based pedagogical practices that promote student success.
Willingness to participate in department and college activities.
Willingness to work cooperatively with classified staff to plan laboratory activities.
Demonstrated ability to work with and support the success of students with widely diverse educational backgrounds and abilities.
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 AT 3:00 P.M.
SALARY:
Part-time faculty members are compensated on a semester basis according to the number of class hours assigned per semester and on cumulative semesters of instruction for the District. The beginning rate is $110.17 - $146.27 (lecture/extensive lab) per hour depending on education and experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a part-time, temporary position for the 2027 spring semester, beginning February 2026. Assignments may include off-site locations. Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit a Certificate of Completion of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and/or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security Card upon hire.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date: ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com)
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit the following documents by the closing date:
CHEM-4: BEGINNING CHEMISTRY
Faculty job responsibilities include the development of class curriculum to meet the requirements detailed in the Course Outline of Record, conducting office hours at regularly scheduled days and times, and the assessment of learning outcomes to improve teaching and learning in achieving El Camino College's mission of institutional effectiveness, quality educational programs, and vibrant student support services.
Faculty assignments may include morning, afternoon, evening, or weekend hours. Dual enrollment, distance education, on-line or hybrid with required distance education certification assignments are voluntary. For faculty who are interested in teaching online or hybrid courses, completion of El Camino College's distance education certification process is required or submission of a waiver with evidence of prior certification to develop and teach quality online courses.
Faculty may participate in initiatives set forth by the College that support students to achieve their educational goals through collaborations with employers, advisory committees, industry/trade groups, universities, high schools, or other partnerships with related instructional disciplines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in chemistry; OR
Bachelor's degree in chemistry AND a Master's degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, chemical physics; OR
The equivalent - Candidates not possessing the required qualification(s) as stated on this announcement must complete the Request For Equivalency Form as part of the application process to explain in detail how their qualifications are equivalent to those above ; OR
Valid California community college instructor credential in appropriate subject issued prior to July 1, 1990 ( per California Education Code 87355 ); AND
Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and of individuals with disabilities.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Community college or equivalent teaching experience in chemistry lecture and laboratory courses.
Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of evidence-based pedagogical practices that promote student success.
Willingness to participate in department and college activities.
Willingness to work cooperatively with classified staff to plan laboratory activities.
Demonstrated ability to work with and support the success of students with widely diverse educational backgrounds and abilities.
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 AT 3:00 P.M.
SALARY:
Part-time faculty members are compensated on a semester basis according to the number of class hours assigned per semester and on cumulative semesters of instruction for the District. The beginning rate is $110.17 - $146.27 (lecture/extensive lab) per hour depending on education and experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a part-time, temporary position for the 2027 spring semester, beginning February 2026. Assignments may include off-site locations. Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit a Certificate of Completion of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and/or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security Card upon hire.
ADA ACCOMMODATIONS
Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date: ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com)
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit the following documents by the closing date:
- Online application:
https://elcamino.igreentree.com/css_academic
- Cover letter describing how applicant meets the
qualifications.
- Resume including educational background, professional
experience, and related personal development and
accomplishments.