Temporary Astronomy Outreach Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Title
Astronomy Instructor, Temporary, Part-Time Pool - AMENDED
Posting Type
Wide Distribution
Department
Astronomy
Campus
Ocean Campus
Location
Job Category
Salary (Applicant View)
Rate is set in accordance with the City College of San Francisco Faculty Salary Schedule for hourly assignments. Currently the rate upon entry is from $92.72 to $163.69 per hour depending upon placement.
TEMPORARY, PART-TIME POOL
EC §87482
Appointment Type
Faculty - Part-Time Pool
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Start Date
End Date
Position Description
The City College of San Francisco Astronomy Department has two full time faculty members and two adjunct faculty members. Faculty members have access to a high-speed computer network with the latest desktop computers in the office. We have a Spitz A3P Star Projector in our Planetarium. In addition, we have a portable digital planetarium for outreach activities.
The Department has a Meade LX-200 telescope, two Meade LX- 90 telescopes, and several smaller telescopes, as well as a CCD camera and CCD spectrometer. In addition, we have access to Lick Observatory telescopes and robotic telescopes from Skynet UNC for student research projects.
The Department is developing its own multi-purpose classroom. Currently, we have access to the College computer laboratory-classrooms and multimedia classrooms for instruction. The successful candidate will be expected to use some or all of these resources, as appropriate to the assigned classes.
The College is developing a campus-wide plan for multimedia and network technologies across the curriculum. Currently, all courses in the Department can be delivered as in-person, hybrid, and/or full online mode. However, we are much in need of a program to integrate image processing, networking, and multimedia.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in reviving public programs and enhance the learning opportunities and resources available to students.
Job Duties

1. Teach a mix of astronomy courses.
2. Teach day, evening, and/or Saturday classes, or classes at other sites, as required.
3. Hold office hours and be available to assist and advise students at times convenient to them.
4. Participate in Department student mentoring and/or service-learning activities.
5. Participate in Department community outreach activities.
6. Participate in revising and updating the astronomy curriculum.
7. Participate in developing of new astronomy courses.
8. Supports and engages in culturally responsive, inclusive, and anti-racist practices as they relate to student success, with an awareness of student equity gaps.
9. Participates in ongoing training on diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism to center pedagogy.
10. Perform other related duties, as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications
City College of San Francisco Minimum Requirements:
1. Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to work with community college students with disabilities, various sexual orientations, and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
2. Earned Master's Degree in Physics, Astronomy, or Astrophysics from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;
OR
Earned Bachelor's Degree in Physics or Astronomy from an accredited institution AND earned Master's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Meteorology, or Geophysics from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;
Alternatively, Minimum Qualifications may be met with the following:
Earned Master's Degree in the interdisciplinary area of Planetary Science or Astrobiology from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;
OR
Earned Master's Degree in Geology, Geochemistry, or Microbiology from an accredited institution AND upper division or graduate course work in Astronomy, Astrophysics, Planetary Science, or Astrobiology from an accredited institution; OR THE EQUIVALENT;
OR
Hold a fully-satisfied LIFE California Community College Instructor Credential in Astronomy and Astral Physics (California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990).
[If you would like to claim educational equivalency for the formal educational requirement, the "Faculty Equivalency Application Form" is available on the left side margin. This form will be considered as part of the application materials and must be submitted on or before the filing deadline as indicated on the job posting.]
Desirable Qualifications

1. Master's Degree or higher in Astronomy and/or Astrophysics from an accredited institution preferred. See Minimum Qualifications listed above.
2. Two or more years in teaching introductory astronomy at the post-secondary level.
3. Two or more years in teaching astronomy laboratory classes at the post secondary level.
4. Demonstrated familiarity with online education as well as multimedia design.
5. Demonstrated familiarity with astronomical image processing software, and/or astrophotography.
6. Experience in teaching astronomy in nonacademic settings, such as planetaria, public lectures, or school programs.
7. Experience in observatory operations and maintenance.
8. Demonstrated breadth of academic achievement in astronomy and/or astrophysics as indicated by academic transcripts and/or professional activities.
9. Evidence of instructional experience at the university or college level using culturally responsive pedagogy.
10. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of inequities in higher education and a commitment to rectifying policies and processes that restrict access for historically minoritized and disproportionately impacted students.

Benefits
Application Procedure
To apply for this posting, start by completing an online Faculty Position Application Form at http://jobs.ccsf.edu. To be considered a candidate for this posting, the following materials must be submitted and received by the Human Resources Department on or before 11:59 p.m. of the posting filing deadline. Substitution of required document(s) is not permitted.
Applicant: Please do not send any application materials to the Department Chair. Human Resources Department is not responsible for any documents addressed and/or sent to the Department Chair.
1. A detailed letter expressing interest in the position, indicating specifically how the minimum qualifications and as many as possible of the desirable qualifications will be fulfilled. Minimum and desirable qualifications are listed in this posting. The letter should also address the applicant's background and skills in the areas stated in the Job Duties.
2. A current resume summarizing educational background, teaching experience, and related work experience.
3. A City College of San Francisco Electronic Faculty Position Application completed in full and applied to this specific posting online. The statement "See Resume" is not acceptable.
4. Three (3) current references - Names and contact information. The list of references must include current supervisors/employers, or other professionals, who have knowledge of the responsibilities/duties specific to this type of position.
5. Copies of transcripts verifying the degrees and majors as listed on applicant's CCSF Application Form; official transcripts and actual verification of work experience will be required at a later date. [NOTE: Degrees and majors must be posted on transcripts to be considered in the application process. Foreign degree(s) must be evaluated before an application can be processed. Foreign Degree Evaluation sources information is located on the left side margin.]
6. Diversity Statement: Separate from your letter of interest, submit a concise response using only one page to discuss how your course content and teaching methods meet the needs of culturally and academically diverse learners. List classes or professional development activities you have participated in that directly relate to working with diverse student populations. (Note: Substitution of "diversity statement" with a "teaching philosophy" document will be automatically disqualified.)
Applicants bear the sole responsibility for ensuring that all application materials are complete when submitted and are received by the Human Resources Department by 11:59 p.m. on the posting filing deadline. Postmarks will not be honored. Emails are not acceptable. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. All application materials become the property of the City College of San Francisco and will not be returned. Application files for this posting will not be considered for other postings.
For additional assistance, please call Human Resources Department at (415) 452-7660.
ADA Statement
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department at workrestrictions@ccsf.edu to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.
Selection Procedure/Conditions of Employment
Applicants who meet all minimum qualifications and have all required application documents in the CCSF Human Resources Department on or before the filing deadline will be included in the initial review processes to be conducted by the Search Committee. A reasonable number of applicants who are judged by the Committee as best matching the requirements of the position will be invited for a personal interview with the Search Committee.
Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements for a CCSF Release to Work Authorization Certificate prior to appointment which include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprinting processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States.
City College of San Francisco reserves the right at its sole discretion to modify or to rescind this job posting at any time without prior notice.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS/HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Human Resources Department at OCRcompliance@ccsf.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AC00218P
Job Open Date
11/20/2025
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
11/06/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Contact
Cecilia Sainez, Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
csainez@ccsf.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant
AMENDED TO REFLECT UPDATED CONTACT INFORMATION.
City College of San Francisco will accept applications with all required supporting documentation at any time until the job close date. Screening and interviews can be conducted at any point in time as the department desires; a part-time hiring pool or pools will be developed and be in effect for a one-year period from which temporary appointments will be made on an as-needed basis.
The first round of screening will commence in early March 2026 for those who have submitted completed application materials.
As part of the interview, candidates will be asked to present a brief lecture and/or demonstration and to produce written answers to questions from the committee. They will be asked to give oral responses and blackboard solutions to astrophysics problems and concepts. There will be a discussion of the applicant's teaching approach, ideas for curriculum reform, and thoughts concerning development and other issues related to the desirable qualification list.