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Part-Time Biology Instructor at Gavilan College Share on X Print Application Deadline 10/4/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 4/7/2026 Contact Human Resources 408-852-2823 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 74.74 - 100.18 Per Hour Length of Work Year See Job Description Employment Type Part Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Part-Time Biology Instructor Gavilan College Salary: $74.74 - $100.18 Hourly Location: Gilroy Campus Job Type: Part-Time Faculty Job Number: 202500050 Department: Biology Closing: Continuous Bargaining Unit: GC Definition PART-TIME INSTRUCTOR (PART-TIME NOT TO EXCEED 67% OF A FULL-TIME LOAD) Part-Time Faculty Salary Schedule Starting Salary Range: $74.74 - $100.18* *Salary placement determined by documented education and experience Pay Per One (1) Credit Semester Lecture Unit THE POSITION: Are you interested in creating an exceptional educational environment for students who are part of a dynamic, inclusive community. If you see yourself as an educator who empowers students of diverse backgrounds to reach their potential, we invite you to apply for this position. At Gavilan College, we welcome your commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members

This position requires development and review of curriculum, as well as, assessment of student learning. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The assignments are based on departmental need on a semester-by-semester basis.

This position is represented by the Gavilan College Faculty Association. DEPARTMENT: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - Contact: Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM): Jennifer Nari at mailto:jnari@gavilan.edu Distinguishing Characteristics IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of creating opportunities for students who have been historically underserved, particularly in the Latinx community. Gavilan seeks candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who strive to reframe inequities as a problem of practice

The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community and embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience teaching lecture and lab courses at the community college level. Broad-based experience and education that would enable the applicant to teach a wide array of Biology courses in various modalities.

Ability to maintain a safe working environment and follow all required safety procedures. Essential Duties Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class or on-line/distance education activities, evaluation of students' work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on-line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.

Maintain accurate class and other records required by the district. Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports. Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.

Maintain office hours each week, as per the collective bargaining agreement. Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District. Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course.

Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services. Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members' area of expertise. Maintain an effective classroom environment and workspace.

Work cooperatively within the college community. Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias. Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of everyone.

Perform other instructional related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience REQUIREMENTS: Master's in any biological science OR Bachelor's in any biological science AND Master's in biochemistry, biophysics, or marine science OR the equivalent NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply.

If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823 APPLICATION PROCESS: You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password.

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It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete. Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.

All applicants for faculty and academic administrator positions must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in https://www.cccco.edu/-/media/CCCCO-Website/docs/report/19theditionminimumqualifications18a11y.pdf?la=en&hash=2B52FBA3909455ABF86B21533B5BB497A7742866 published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency by submitting the https://www.gavilan.edu/jobs/apps/Supp_App_Equiv_Det.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S

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