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Long-term Temporary Dance Instructor at Rancho Santiago Community College District Share on X Print Application Deadline 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/23/2026 Contact Rene Beiza 714-480-7455 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range 81468.92 - 134034.79 Annually Length of Work Year See Job Description Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Long-term Temporary Dance Instructor Rancho Santiago Community College District Salary Range: $81,468.92 - $134,034.79/10-month academic year (175 days), depending upon education and experience Job Type: Job Number: AC26-01420 Location: 1530 W. 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA Division: SAC Fine & Performing Arts Closing: 7/6/2026 5:00 PM Pacific POSITION DETAILS About Rancho Santiago Community College Districthttps://rsccd.edu/Pages/default.aspx 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, the 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.RSCCD's student population is a direct reflection of the diverse communities in the surrounding neighborhoods

As a whole, the district has the honor of serving approximately 55,537 students: 51% Hispanic/Latinx, 20% White, 9% Asian & Filipino, and 2% are African American. RSCCD is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and serves predominately historically underrepresented students. There is a commitment to foster student centered values among our employees to provide equitable student learning, academic excellence, and workforce development.

By delivering high-quality educational programs and student support services, the district ensures that students have the appropriate resources to achieve their goals. At RSCCD, our mission is to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and justice into all aspects of student academics and employee relations. Thus, creating transformational experiences that prepares students and employees to engage in the world with a renewed sense-of-self.

Through this commitment, Rancho Santiago Community College District strives to cultivate a learning environment that prioritizes respect, to ensure that RSCCD stakeholders feel valued and supported throughout their academic and professional careers. About the PositionThe ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving diverse community college student populations, including those with differing abilities, AB 540 students, DACA recipients, Foreign Residents, VACA participants, and Continuing Education students. They will support RSCCD's mission to promote self-awareness, knowledge, and communication skills, enabling students to participate creatively and confidently in an ever-changing world.Candidates will cultivate an inclusive classroom culture that engages and supports a diverse student population

They should effectively teach students from varied ethnic, racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including those with disabilities or differing academic preparation levels. Candidates should show sensitivity to diverse learning needs and a commitment to equity and anti-racism. They will help empower students to achieve their educational and career goals while fostering creativity, confidence, and lifelong learning.

About the College Santa Ana College (SAC), founded in 1915, serves more than 70,000 students yearly. At present, SAC students can work toward completing an associate degree, university transfer, career/workforce training or a bachelor's degree. As part of Santa Ana College, the School of Continuing Education located at Centennial Education Center offers free classes throughout the community for adults of all ages and academic backgrounds.

Santa Ana College is an award-winning college and was recently ranked as one of the nation's top two-year colleges awarding associate degrees to Latino and Asian students and named one of the best community colleges in California byhttps://intelligent.com/. The college is also recognized throughout the state for its comprehensive workforce training programs for nurses, firefighters, law enforcement and medical personnel. Santa Ana College is one of two comprehensive colleges under the auspices of the Rancho Santiago Community College District

About the DepartmentThe Santa Ana College Dance Department is dedicated to empowering all students to discover the artist within and share their passion for dance. We nurture creativity, joy, and personal expression while providing focused guidance that supports academic excellence, artistic growth, and the pursuit of lifelong learning. Our program serves students with diverse goals-whether transferring to a four-year university, earning a certificate of achievement, exploring professional pathways in dance, or simply seeking connection through movement and community.

We invite you to join us in an inclusive, dynamic environment where movers become artists, artists find their voices, and together we connect, grow, and inspire. General ResponsibilitiesThis long-term temporary instructor teaching for the Fine and Performing Arts Division will teach all assigned classes in range of modalities, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid, and may include evening or off-campus assignments unless excused according to Board Policy provisions. Will teach a variety of courses/levels within the discipline/area of study.

Faculty shall assist in maintaining the course outline for each assigned course. Faculty shall maintain accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress. Candidates should have experience with curriculum and program development.

Candidates should have experience with student learning outcomes and assessment, as well as program review. Be familiar with and observe the administrative regulations (flex calendar obligations, course overviews, etc.). Faculty shall participate in department meetings and activities and will serve on shared governance committee(s)

QUALIFICATIONS Requirements Minimum Qualifications(Applicants must meet one of the following): Possess from an accredited institution: A master's degree in Master's in dance, physical education with a dance emphasis, or theater with dance emphasis, OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in physical education, any life science, physiology, theater arts, kinesiology, humanities, performing arts or music OR Possess a valid California Community College credential authorizing service in the discipline, OR The equivalent (applicants who do not meet the above minimum qualifications must complete the Equivalencies Section in the application form). Equivalencies that the Department accepts as valid: (a) Master's degree with an emphasis in any one of the following areas: dance, dance techniques, dance performance, performing arts, theoretical studies, dance education, dance history, ethnic and folk dance forms, world dance and cultures, dance communication, somatic practices in dance, commercial dance forms, social and ballroom dance forms, performance studies, choreography, dance fitness, sports psychology, dance science, dance kinesiology, kinesiology and exercise science, dance physical therapy, dance therapy, somatic practices, dance methodology and pedagogy, dance and technology, screendance, dance production, dance costume design, dance and theatre technical/stage/light design, musical theatre, theatre with dance emphasis, physical education with dance emphasis, dance entrepreneur, dance and media marketing, dance studio management, dance critic, or any other dance-related emphasis OR (b) An earned bachelor's degree in any one of the areas listed in (a) AND a master's degree with minimum of 12 units of graduate level coursework in any of the areas listed in (a) OR (c) Master's degree in any discipline AND documentation of a career as a professional performing dancer and/or choreographer, including a sustained schedule of performances and associations with other professional performers and documentation of teaching experience in related subject matter. AND Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and the community.

Experience in teaching student from diverse ethnic socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds who have diverse identities and varying levels of proficiency. Desirable Qualifications A working knowledge of and experience with student learning outcomes and assessment. Experience with interdisciplinary and community engagement.

Ability to prioritize tasks, establish and meet deadlines, and work cooperatively with others. APPLICATION PROCESS This long-term assignment is temporary. To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete Rancho Santiago Community College District online application that includes the items listed below as soon as possible.

Only complete application packets will be considered for further review. A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following: RSCCD Online Application Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume - details all relevant education, training, and teaching experience (including courses taught), and other work experience Academic Transcripts (Unofficial copies of undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate transcripts). Foreign Degrees Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is approved by or a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (http://www.naces.org/members.html) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc

(https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members/), or Commission on Teacher Credentialing (https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-cl-635). Application ScreeningIn addition to the specific requirements and responsibilities listed in the Job Announcement, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates: 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

InterviewApplicants 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. Disability AccommodationsIndividuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Interviewing Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Recruitment Office in the Human Resources Division at least two days prior to the closing date, by calling (714) 480-7455. Conditions of EmploymentThe 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. 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.

EEO STATEMENT The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from persons who are economically disadvantaged and individuals belonging to significantly underrepresented groups within the District's workforce, including ethnic and racial minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or political or organizational affiliation.RSCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act

You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional employment offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if RSCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/7258042 jeid-4eaf4e17b16efe47a25a9baa5e6b37b3 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc

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