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P O S I T I O N Position:: Open ning Date: Clossing Date::

5 5451-f-02--17 April 10, 20 017 May 1, 20 017

Phiilosopphy Prrofesso or Full-Tiime, Tenure--Track Posittion Beginninng August 20 017 WEB: www.cos.edu E EMAIL: [email protected]

Collegee of the Sequ uoias Comm munity College Districtt 915 S. M Mooney Blv vd. Visalia,, CA 93277 (559) 730-3867

College oof the Sequoiass Community College C Districct serves a diveerse communityy of learners annd is a designaated Hispanic S Serving Instituttion. COS provvides a wide raange of opportu unities in transsfer, general ed ducation, careerr and technicall programs for our students. We are dedicated to recruitting faculty wh ho are committed to helping a diverse popullation of studennts achieve theeir educational goals. We seeek candidates who w exhibit ann understandin ng of and comm mitment to the community college mission, and who have a passion for sstudent successs.

Desccription of Position College of the Sequoias is seeking g a candidate for f a full-timee tenure-trrack position in the Philoso ophy Departm ment. This position will begin August A 2017. Duties includ de teaching a full rangge of lower diivision coursees including critical c thinkingg, logic, introd ductory philosophy, ethics, and comparaative religionss. Class assig gnments in ph hilosophy may incllude evening classes, week kend classes, and teaching at any off our location ns in Visalia, Hanford H and//or Tulare. Other reesponsibilitiess include hold ding office ho ours and participaating fully in departmentall responsibilitties (course outlines,, program and d course assesssment, progrram review, schedulee planning an nd staffing, an nd advising stu udents) to meet thee mission of th he College. Participation P in i the governance of the District through h committee work, w leadershhip positions, and cooperation with colleeagues is encouragged.

Desirable Qualifica Q ations The Soccial Sciences Division, D and d Philosophy Department D iss looking for evidence of the follow wing: nstructional ex xperience including but • Successful in not limited to o community college teach hing of criticaal thinking and writing; symb bolic logic; ru ule, utilitarian n and characterr ethics, inclu uding their app plication.

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Enthusiaasm in the funndamental ideeas of philosophhers such as P Plato, Aristottle, Descartes,, and Locke along with morre recent conttributions of women aand people off color. Successffully challengging students ffrom diverse backgrouunds and the ffrequently unnder-prepared students in a philosopphy course. (D Diversity response will be coompleted as ppart of the appplication). Training and experiennce with studeent-centered teaching methodologiies appropriatte for dialoguee and refleection in philoosophy coursees including but b not limiteed to active leearning, collaaborative learn ning, distance education, innstructional teechnologies, and/or seervice learning. Active deevelopment oof learning ouutcomes, incorporaation of outcoomes into couurses, and usee of outcomes assessment to improve teeaching and student leearning. hy Ongoingg professional developmentt in philosoph and teachhing. ment to instrucctional activitties Professioonal commitm (syllabi, course outlinnes, and progrram planning)), committeee work, studdent advising aand activities, workshopp presentationns, and particcipatory governannce. Enthusiaastic participaation in professioonal, campus, and/or comm munity servicee.

Minimum Qualifications

Application Procedure

The candidate must meet the following criteria. The degree must be from an institution accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges or the equivalent. • Master’s degree in philosophy OR • Bachelor’s degree in philosophy AND Master’s degree in humanities or religious studies, OR • The equivalent AND • Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

All applications must be received by Human Resource Services on or before the application deadline.

NOTE: If claiming equivalency, please refer to Board Policy 7211.

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Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Initial placement with Master’s degree ranges from $57,943 to $76,393. Medical/dental/vision insurance program for employee and dependents. Retirement Plan provided Employee life insurance ($100,000) is provided. Contract period is for ten (10) months during the regular academic year beginning August 2017 through May 2018. Pre-service orientation and/or in-service meetings will be offered in August 2017. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and membership in the College of the Sequoias Teachers Association (COSTA) or payment of a service fee is required.

Screening Procedure Only complete application packages will be evaluated by the screening committee. Application materials will be evaluated to determine how fully the applicant meets the Desirable Qualifications. The most successful interviewees will be invited to a second interview with the District President. All costs incurred as a result of the application/selection process shall be borne by the candidate.

May 1, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. Applicants must submit the following material to be considered: • • • • •

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Completed COS Academic/Administrative application. Diversity Statement (included in the application packet). Cover letter describing interest in the position and teaching philosophy. Curriculum Vitae or Resume. Unofficial copies of transcripts of college/university work. Official transcripts are required upon employment. A sample writing assignment appropriate for an introductory philosophy or ethics class including your review criteria. Equivalency documents (if necessary) Two (2) recent letters of recommendation addressing pertinent experience or equivalent competencies. At least one letter should focus on teaching skills of the applicant.

Send to: Linda Reis College of the Sequoias 915 S. Mooney Blvd. Sequoia Building, Room 5 Visalia, CA 93277

Notice to all candidates for employment “College of the Sequoias Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other basis protected by law.” The District provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, please contact a representative from Human Resources at (559) 730-3867 to request a reasonable accommodation.”