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(Part-time Faculty Pool) - Jewelry & Metal Arts Instructor at Monterey Peninsula College Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/26/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 2/27/2026 Contact Recruitment Office 831-646-4016 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 56.73 - 77.52 Per Hour Length of Work Year See Job Description Employment Type Part Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Monterey Peninsula College (Part-time Faculty Pool) - Jewelry & Metal Arts Instructor Salary: $56.73 - $77.52 Hourly Job Type: Part-time Instructor Job Number: 2021-00048 Closing: Location: Monterey Peninsula College and/or Marina Education Center, CA Division: Creative Arts Description Monterey Peninsula College is currently accepting applications to establish a pool for future part-time teaching assignments in this discipline. Monterey Peninsula Community College District is committed to educational equity for all students, as outlined in the https://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/leadership/board-of-trustees https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/mpc/Board.nsf/files/BJLSXW74D733/$file/12-11-19%20EDMasterPlan%20Board%201st%20Read.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ https://get.adobe.com/reader/, https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/mpc/Board.nsf/files/BDAKP5518B99/$file/2019%20MPC%20EEO%20Plandocx.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ https://get.adobe.com/reader/, and https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/mpc/Board.nsf/files/BG7ME45A5A6E/$file/09-25-19%20Student%20Equity%20Plan%20Board%20Presentation.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/ https://get.adobe.com/reader/. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences-emphasizing collaboration, engaging students in and out of the classroom, and encouraging them to realize their goals and become global citizens and socially responsible leaders

When you join our team at Monterey Peninsula College, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners.Monterey Peninsula College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is an affiliate of the statewide Umoja Community of California Community Colleges. Monterey Peninsula College has a diverse student population that is a reflection of the communities it serves.We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, orientations, and intersections of these identities, and others not yet identified. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community

The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual dedicated to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:Hold ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices; Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility; Implement positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference; Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and make them more culturally responsive; and Collaborate with colleagues on equity-related initiatives.Monterey Peninsula College seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational or career goals. All departments value collaboration across disciplines to create inclusive, integrated, and interdisciplinary learning experiences

Monterey Peninsula College is currently accepting applications for part-time teaching assignments in Jewelry & Metal Arts. Successful candidates will provide evidence of a range of studio skills and experience related to Jewelry and Metal arts/small metals design and fabrication. Teaching experience is preferred.

Courses to be taught include but are not limited to the following: ARTD 40 - Introduction to Jewelry & Metalsmithing ARTD 40 A-D - Introduction to Jewelry & Metal Arts I, II, III, IV ARTD 41 A-D - Metal Casting & Jewelry I, II, III, IV Example of Duties Under the supervision of the area Dean and the guidance of the Department, the part-time instructor for Jewelry & Metal Arts will provide instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, class schedules, and Governing Board policy; evaluate progress of students concerning educational matters, and perform other instructional related duties as assigned. Instructor will be assigned to the Monterey campus. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Meet each scheduled class and teach or conduct learning exercises for the entire period.

Contact the appropriate division chair or administrator in advance to make arrangements for unavoidable absences. Provide each student at the beginning of the course with written information about the course, to include a full description of the grading system and how the student will be evaluated. Accurately keep required class records on attendance, withdrawal and grading.

Submit when due, all necessary reports such as attendance and grade reports, roll books, and class information sheets, and certify as to their accuracy. Comply with all institutional policies and procedures. Give careful attention to all bulletins, memorandums and emails from administrative offices.

Check faculty mailbox and MPC email frequently. Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and appreciation for the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff. Qualifications Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience OR Any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR CA Community College Teaching Credential in this discipline OR The equivalent.

(https://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/equivalency must be submitted for consideration) AND a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Work Schedule / Supplemental Information During the application process, you will be asked to submit the following items: Cover Letter Resume Transcripts We require unofficial copies showing all undergraduate and graduate coursework. Official copies will be required at the time of hire

Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by the applicant's expense.https://www.mpc.edu/home/showdocument?id=24165 Candidates selected to interview must submit examples of their artwork, as it relates to teaching a range of Jewelry & Metal Arts subjects, prior to their interview. Candidates must create and submit a PDF file containing no more than 8 images of original artwork, plus descriptions of the work that includes title(s), materials/media used, and work dimensions. Equivalency Form (optional, based on minimum qualifications) If you do not meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job announcement, but you believe you possess minimum qualifications that are equivalent, you will need to complete an https://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/equivalency https://www.mpc.edu/about-mpc/campus-resources/human-resources/equivalency Please do not upload any items not listed above (such as letters of recommendation), as they will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.Teaching assignments are part-time and temporary in nature

The District retains the right of assignment. Assignments are subject to Governing Board approval, adequate enrollment size, and assignment to a contract instructor. Offer and assignment of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credentials, transcripts, TB clearance, and fingerprint check as required.

Monterey Peninsula College actively seeks a diverse pool of applicants interested in working in an environment which values flexibility, openness to change, collaboration, respect for others and their points of view, and involvement in College activities, all with the goal of meeting the needs of our diverse student population. The District does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. The District is an equal opportunity employer.

The policy of the District is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status as a Vietnam-era veteran, ancestry, or political or organizational affiliation. MPC is partnering with Monterey Peninsula Unified School District and Pacific Grove Unified School District to offer college level coursework in both academic and vocational tracks through its College and Career Access Pathways.

MPC and CSU, Monterey Bay have collaborated in enrolling students in cohort-based programs in which students take classes at both MPC and CSU, Monterey Bay while earning a CSU, Monterey Bay degree. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6961255 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved

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