Job Description
Full Time Instructor, History
Victor Valley College Salary: $67,886.00 - $142,425.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)
Job Number: 2025-559 FTINHIST01
Location: CA 92395, CA
Department: HUMANITIES, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Closing: 11/5/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Basic Functions
**FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 5, 2025** FAIR LABOR STANDARS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT VOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST 7 WORKING DAYS (FULL TIME FACULTY ONLY), OCTOBER 3, 2025 AT 5:00 PM 10 - Month Tenure Track Position COMPENSATION: Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308, based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425. A District-paid comprehensive benefit package which includes medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents, and a $50,000 employee life insurance policy are provided. For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
- District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
- Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.
For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.
Representative Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Teach a variety of courses in U.S. and World History. Additional instruction could include but not be limited to courses in African American History, Women's History, Latin American History, Native American History, and California History.
- Implement current theories and methods of teaching including Distance Education Instruction.
- Collaborate with colleagues in program review and curriculum development and participate in other departmental functions.
- Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, both on campus and in other modalities, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
- Participate in professional development activities.
- Serve on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the instructional program.
- Promote the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
- Provide critical and timely feedback on all assignments.
- Comply with District policies and procedures in the performance of all duties.
- Participate in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's in history
OR Bachelor's in history
AND Master's in political science, humanities, geography, area studies, women's studies, social science or ethnic studies
OR the equivalent.
Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
We will be using the guidelines set by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges. See their website: California Community Colleges for the most current minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications f o r Faculty and Administrat o rs in Calif o rnia C o mmunity Colleges
Some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.
Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE: - Knowledge of developing course syllabi
- Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
- Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
- Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
- Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable.
ABILITIES: - Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
- Demonstrated ability to remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
- Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
- Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: VISA Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.
To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. If a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee.
It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property, will not be returned, and will not be copied.
All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.
Please note, the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
Please note that the information provided on the application must be complete and will be the only information used to determine qualifications for the position. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application, please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at (760) 245-4271, extension 2500, or by email at
jobs@vvc.edu .
A complete file consists of all of the following: - A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form
- A letter expressing interest in the position
- Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited institution. Itis the responsibility of the candidate to include U.S. evaluations of non-U.S. transcripts with their application. Link to - State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_2
- Two (2) or more current letters of recommendation from persons having firsthand knowledge of the applicant's professional qualifications, character, etc.
- Resume or CV
You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at
with your username and password.
Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately. All interviews will be conducted in person. Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional, professional development opportunities that are meaningful, and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity, and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class, race, color, national origin, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), ancestry, sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), age (over 40), marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, and genetic information.
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