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Posting Number Title Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach (Part-Time) Madera Community College Campus Location Madera Community College Start Date Essential Functions of Position
At Madera Community College we value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. We prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits a diverse student population brings to a community college. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded leader committed to student success achieved through collaboration with faculty, classified staff, administration, students and community partners who are also dedicated to closing equity gaps.
An equity-minded individual is a person who:
- Understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable as educators for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
- Reframes inequities as a problem of practice and views the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
- Encourages positive race-consciousness and embraces human difference;
- Supports institutional practices that both develop and sustain culturally responsive teaching and learning environments; and
- Strategically builds support for and participation in equity-related initiatives across both our internal and external communities.
Madera Community College seeks leaders who value placing the student at the center of everything we do, mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment. Leaders should be open and willing to participate in culturally relevant professional development that will help them prepare for the population of students who attend Madera Community College.
The ideal candidate will share Madera Community College's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Madera Community College is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The successful candidate will join a college dedicated to the students it serves.
Reporting directly to the Vice President of Learning and Student Success, the selected candidate will be responsible for all aspects of planning, managing, and directing a successful community college Track & Field program which includes the following duties:
- Recruitment of athletes - scout, identify, and recommend student-athletes in such a manner that encourages diversity while maintaining a competitive team;
- Instructional - standard instructional responsibilities for classes in the Athletics Department: classroom instruction, development and assessment of student learning outcomes, class roster management and timely submission of grades, and other duties as an instructor, if qualified;
- Academic success of student-athletes - monitor the academic progress of student-athletes and assist in ensuring academic success;
- Rules compliance - support the programs in full compliance with 3C2A, SCCCD Board rules and administrative regulations, and the Athletics Department policies and procedures.
- Athletic Operations - schedule contests, plan and supervise practices, games, and travel, and hire assistant coaches;
- Community and college involvement - perform public relations functions positively, promoting athletes to the media, alumni, and community. Work collaboratively with college administration to cultivate and encourage donor relations to ensure the fundraising efforts are successful. Maintain positive relationships with all feeder programs;
- Fiscal management - conduct fundraising activities for the programs as needed in collaboration with the Athletic Department;
- Attend department meetings.
- Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face-to-face, on-line, and/or hybrid formats;
- Communicating effectively with students, faculty and staff;
- Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
- Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
- Providing course syllabi to students;
- Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
- Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner;
- Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including classes as needed;
- Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122; and
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom; and
- Any Bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience; or
- Any associate degree and six years of professional experience; or
- A valid California Community College Credential; or
- The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).
(Note: If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.)
Desirable Qualifications
- Successful track & field and cross-country coaching experience at the high school, community college, or university level;
- Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the specified sports program;
- Teaching experience within the Kinesiology discipline;
- Fundraising experience;
- Demonstrated ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures;
- Knowledge of athletic recruitment methods and techniques;
- Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management;
- Demonstrated ability to lead and guide student-athletes in area of specialty;
- Knowledge of 3C2A and guidelines governing the recruitment and retention of student-athletes;
- Demonstrated ability to foster a cooperative work environment;
- Demonstrated ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments;
- Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility;
- Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
- Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
- Related work and professional experience;
- Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities;
- Experience working with traditionally underrepresented student populations, such as students of color and foster youth, and the ability to support students across sociocultural and socioeconomic diversities;
- Experience in facilitating multicultural and cross-cultural communication with sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
- Experience with, and sensitivity to, under-prepared and high-need students at the community college;
- Demonstrated ability and desire to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, student learning support and student success;
- Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high-quality instruction and support to students.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
- Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials; and
- Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.
Salary and Benefits
- Newly hired part-time faculty will be placed on step one (1) of the Part-Time Faculty Salary Schedule
- All salary classification placements on the salary schedule will be based on education and experience (where applicable) as outlined in the Part-Time Faculty Salary Classifications
- Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours
For more information on salary and benefits, please refer to the SCCCD & SCFT Part-Time Faculty Agreement
Selection Procedure
The selection and hiring process for part-time faculty positions is governed by the hiring department. Should there be an interest in your application, the hiring department will contact you directly with any questions and/or to extend an opportunity to interview.
Please note: This position does not have a closing date and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. By applying for this position, you understand that you will be placed in a continuous pool. Start dates may vary. If at any time you are no longer interested in this position, please withdraw your application. Your application will remain on file for 18 months. If you are not interviewed/selected for a position within the 18 months and still wish to pursue employment, a new application will be required.
State Center Community College District is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably. SCCCD EEO Plan
Additional Information
Continuous Recruitment
This posting has been created to establish an applicant pool for part-time faculty positions. Applications will be reviewed by members of the hiring department when vacancies arise.
Additional Information about the Position
Madera Community College
About the College
Located in the heart of California, Madera Community College recently became the fourth (4th) and newest college in State Center Community College District. Madera Community College offers affordable, quality education for residents of Madera County and nearby communities. The college is focused on student success, with comprehensive, innovative programs in transfer/general education, occupational education, and developmental education that motivates and empowers students to be successful.
Madera Community College strives to be a fully Guided Pathways college, helping students navigate their way to success at the community college level. Guided Pathways is a transformational framework that focuses on reviewing and revising college policies, procedures and practices with the goal of designing with the student in mind. Guided Pathways presents courses in the context of highly structured, educationally coherent program maps that align with students' goals for careers and further education. The project is designed to significantly increase the number of students who earn a certificate or degree at a California Community College.
Madera Community College at Oakhurst
About the College Center
Madera Community College at Oakhurst is a satellite campus of Madera Community College. It is located just 20 minutes from the South entrance to Yosemite National Park and just minutes away from the Sierra National Forest. The campus provides opportunity and access to higher education for a geographically isolated population in Eastern Madera County. The campus currently serves Oakhurst, Mariposa County, Coarsegold, North Fork and the surrounding communities with over 75 courses in a variety of study areas.
Madera Community College Mission
"Empowering our students to succeed in an ever-changing world."
- We proudly provide quality instruction and strong community partnerships that support students' academic and workforce goals.
- We offer innovative and life-changing opportunities in a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment.
- We value our students' personal and social growth through responsive and interactive college experiences.
- We inspire hope and promote a passion for learning.
- We transform students' lives through high quality college programs and services resulting in degrees, certificates, transfer programs, and career skills.
Madera Community College Vision
"Madera Community College builds effective partnerships, strengthens communities, and transforms lives."
Madera Community College values student success through:
- Connection and Collaboration
- Equity and Inclusivity
- Trust and Accountability
MCC College Planning Site
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you possess degree(s) earned from an institution outside of the United States? NOTE: If yes, you will be required to upload an evaluation service assessment (foreign transcript evaluation). A list of some available assessment agencies can be found at www.ed.gov under the National Council on the Evaluation of Foreign Academic Credentials section. Please upload under Optional Evaluation Service Assessment. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Transcripts (Unofficial copies accepted - must indicate conferred degree(s) that support the minimum qualifications)
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
- Certificates
- Licenses
- List of Professional References
- Evaluation Service Assessment (Foreign Transcript Evaluation)
- Additional Documents
- Letters of Recommendation