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List of Personal Growth, Student Success/Development, First Year Seminar, Learning Strategies OR related courses taught in last 5 years. Include all courses relevant to the discipline (upload using "list of Courses" document type).

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Posting Details
Posting Details (Default Section)
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Classification Title
Contract Instructor - College
Working Title
Personal Growth Contract Faculty
Recruitment Limits
Location
San Diego Miramar College
Pay Information
Step C Class 1 - Class 6 ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the current
Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the and it is non-negotiable.
The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
Position Equivalent FTE:
1.0 FTE
Job Duration
10 months
Position Number:
008173
FLSA Status
Exempt (does not accrue overtime)
Bargaining Unit
AFT/College Faculty
Range
No Response
Position Type
Academic
Department
Academic Services
The Position
San Diego Miramar College, a student-ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Personal Growth Contract Faculty. Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
We are a fast-growing and innovative college with a freshly adopted focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion as we move into a new era. Recently designated as an emerging Minority Serving Institution (MSI) the College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom.
The College is located in the Mira Mesa/Scripps Ranch area of San Diego and is one of four colleges/centers in the San Diego Community College District. Our student population of 14,972 [African American (5%), American Indian or Alaskan Native (< 1%), Asian (13%), Filipino (6%), Hispanic/Latina/o/e/x (31%), Multiple Ethnicities (8%), Pacific Islander (1%), White (34%), Unreported (2%)], is reflective of the diverse community we serve.
In addition to expertise in their field, San Diego Miramar College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our diverse student populations. Additionally, candidates should be able to demonstrate ways they will develop tools and resources to better serve . We strongly encourage candidates who possess the experience for the position, and who are student-centered and continue to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to best serve our student population.
Those who join our team at San Diego Miramar College can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that promotes broad collaboration among faculty, classified professionals, administration, students, and community and industry partners. We are proud of our commitment to create a socially just and responsive culture, host ethnically diverse speakers, and support various equity-focused professional development opportunities. Our college strives to ensure that students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color and disproportionately impacted students. In fact, the college's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is encapsulated by our newly adopted Strategic Goal #5:
Miramar College Strategic Goal #5
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) - Build an environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and social justice for the benefit of the college community.
Strategic Direction 1- Systematically update college processes, programs, and practices within a comprehensive equity framework for equity-minded practices in the workplace, the classroom, and support programs/services.
Strategic Direction 2- Establish comprehensive professional development for the campus community to increase capacity around and engage in equity, diversity, inclusion, social justice, and anti-racism.
Strategic Direction 3-Systematically review, develop and incorporate equity-minded practices in: 1) culturally responsive instructional pedagogy, 2) student-centered services, and 3) recruitment, screening, and retention of employees.
Applicants can review Miramar College's full strategic plan on Miramar College's:
San Diego Miramar College is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Personal Growth. The successful candidate will teach a range of courses that focus on college success, career-life planning, stress management and well-being, student development, student success in college, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and AI literacy. One of three credit colleges in the San Diego Community College District, Miramar College is an urban campus dedicated to Social Justice, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Miramar College provides academic and vocational offerings to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
In addition to expertise in teaching success strategies to enhance, academic, career, and lifelong learning skills, San Diego Miramar College seeks applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to support our diverse student populations in and outside of the classroom. Additionally, candidates should be able to demonstrate ways they will develop tools and resources to better serve historically marginalized and minoritized populations. We strongly encourage student-centered candidates to apply, especially those who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and social justice.
The candidate selected for the position is expected to start during the fall 2026 semester (2026-2027 academic year). The teaching schedule will vary based on the finalized class schedule and student needs. While the current vacancy is at Miramar College, applicants should acknowledge that they are subject to assignment at any District facility at the option of the Chancellor. The assignment may include some combination of online, day, evening, Saturday, and/or off-campus classes. The Assistant Professor of Personal Growth reports to the Dean of the School of Academic Services.
Applications are currently being accepted for the School of Academic Services, located at San Diego Miramar College. Hours are M-F, 8-5pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department's needs.
Major Responsibilities
Teaching in a college classroom, hybrid, and/or fully online modality in at least one of the following specialty areas: personal growth, first year success, career and/or student development and/or learning strategies. These courses are offered within the PERG subject area across SDCCD.
Teach college-level lecture and laboratory courses in a variety of personal, career, wellness, and student development topics using traditional and online methods of instruction.
Utilize instructional knowledge and methods proven to support student learning and incorporate new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) fluency, into both online and face-to-face teaching and the curriculum.
Work collaboratively with department and interdisciplinary faculty to plan, develop, implement, and assess courses in personal growth subject areas that will provide enhanced academic and lifelong learning skills for career and preparation for completion of a certificate and/or degree and/or transfer to 4-year institutions.
Maintain fluency and knowledge of learning theory, college success principles, student identity development, and classroom technology innovations to guide the development of new courses and curriculum revisions to meet university transfer requirements, industry objectives, and emerging occupations.
Participate in departmental and faculty functions including program review, curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, student advisement, training and evaluation of part-time faculty, and varied campus affairs including service on college-wide committees.
Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective and accessible teaching methodologies, and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions.
Develop and execute culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging diverse students.
Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college, and division.
Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college, and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional programs.
Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings, volunteer for community engagement activities, and uphold the mission of the college.
Design and engage in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support educational advancement.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Degrees must be from regionally accredited institutions.

• Master's in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling, OR
• the equivalent

(NOTE: A bachelor's degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)
Desired Qualifications
At least three (3) years of relevant teaching or work experience in personal growth, first year college success, career and student development, and learning strategies (or equivalent disciplines) within the last five (5) years.
Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of working with faculty, staff, and students of great diversity in socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities.
Experience in incorporating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), accessible learning structures, and open educational resources (OER) into teaching and curriculum development.
Proficiency in designing and teaching student success courses, both lecture and laboratory,