Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy

Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy Special Instructions to Applicants The Arts, Humanities, and Philosophy department is seeking part-time instructors for Philosophy in Spring 2026 and for their adjunct pool. Interested applicants should be prepared to teach partially and fully face-to-face courses at Los Medanos College’s Pittsburg and Brentwood, CA campuses. Description of Position The Arts, Humanities, and Philosophy department is seeking part-time instructors for Philosophy in Spring 2026 and for their adjunct pool. Interested applicants should be prepared to teach partially and fully face-to-face courses at Los Medanos College’s Pittsburg and Brentwood, CA campuses. Our Vision for Social Justice We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity / opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply. Inquiries Eric Sanchez, Department Chair,

Lucy Snow, Department Chair,

Rachel Anicetti, Dean of Instruction, Recruitment Type Faculty Location Los Medanos College Posting Number F01263 # of Openings Pool Salary Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $$ per hour (up to $ Counseling, Librarian, Disabilities Specialist pay rate is $$ per hour (up to $ Position Status Temporary EEO Job Category Faculty & Other Instructional Staff Employee Group Part-Time Faculty Department L5002-Art Discipline Philosophy Alternate Discipline Duties and Responsibilities Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• 1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
• 2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
• 3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
• 4. meeting with students outside of class;
• 5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• 6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
• 7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time / temporary faculty member;
• 8. maintaining accurate academic records;

9. performing other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification-Education / Experience Master’s in philosophy OR Bachelor’s in philosophy AND Master’s in humanities or religious studies, OR the equivalent.

Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty. License / Certificates / Credentials Desirable Qualifications Job Open Date : 09 / 22 / 2025 Job Close Date : 10 / 24 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Employment Begins : Spring 2026 # of Months 4 Employee Benefits Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents / domestic partners include :

Additional Benefits : The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.

Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and / or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply : Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $ and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $