Solano Community College values the diversity of our community and is committed to honoring and empowering all of our students. We are seeking highly motivated applicants who excel in their chosen fields and are committed to working with the students from our communities. We invite student-oriented applicants who provide culturally responsive teaching, use a strength-based approach centered on students and are committed to continuous improvement of instructional effectiveness.

Solano Community College District is a single college district that serves one of the most ethnically and racially diverse counties in California. Located on the ancestral lands of the Patwin people, Solano Community College’s Fairfield campus is in the heart of Suisun Valley midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. We also serve students at centers in Vallejo and Vacaville, at Travis Air Force Base, and at three correctional facilities. Our many innovative programs are supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including a new library and learning center, MakerSpace Lab, Drafting Lab, Advanced Manufacturing Lab, and lecture rooms.

Students who attend Solano Community College are dedicated, persistent, and remarkable individuals who deserve the best opportunities a community college can provide. Our students come from both urban and rural communities, the military, and other diverse economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. We serve students who represent the following cultures: Asian American (6%), Black/African American (15%), Filipino/a/x (9%), Hispanic/Latino/a/x (36%), Pacific Islanders (1%), Multi-Ethnic (9%), and White Non-Hispanic (22%). We seek candidates who embrace our community and our student population, and who have an unwavering commitment to equity, especially the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion.

Solano Community College is committed to applying promising practices in support of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA). We are cultivating a supportive and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, and students. 

We invite you to join us on our journey to provide equitable and anti-racist education honoring and empowering the students of Solano Community College.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: 

Solano Community College seeks an enthusiastic full-time faculty member for the Drafting Technology / Advanced Manufacturing, under the general supervision of the Dean of Career Technical Education. The position may include teaching courses in Drafting and/or Advanced Manufacturing with an emphasis on Maker Space courses. Degrees and certificates offered in these programs include Architectural Drafting, Mechanical Drafting, Civil Drafting, Electronic Drafting, Surveying, Blueprint Reading, and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software (e.g., AutoCAD, REVIT, Fusion360 and SolidWorks). Maker Space coursework includes 3D printing, laser cutting, basic electronics, vinyl cutting, sewing, and the use of hand and power tools. Some Drafting and Maker Space classes are integral parts of other degrees on campus such as Automation, Mechatronics, and Welding.

We seek an instructor who is passionate about students, pedagogy, and building community, and willing to be innovative to achieve these goals.

DESCRIPTION:

Applicants must have experience in one or more of the subjects within Drafting, Maker Space, and/or Advanced Manufacturing. The ideal candidate will also apply effective teaching methodologies and strategies, understand curriculum development, complete department reports, and collaborate with colleagues in related Career Technical Education (CTE) disciplines. Staying current with technology and active learning strategies in both the classroom and laboratory is expected. Classes may be offered at campus locations in Fairfield, Vacaville, Vallejo, and/or online; and may be scheduled during days, evenings, or weekends.

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications for both educational and industry experience requirements set by the state of California.

The position will also require providing instruction in accordance with established course outlines and expectations, preparing and grading assignments and examinations, meeting administrative timelines and submitting required documents and reports, participating in division meetings, coordinating course-level and program-level assessment and planning, and maintaining regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Teaching assignments may include evening hours and off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, and participation in student outreach and recruiting as part of the Division and College-wide services.

We anticipate the first round of interviews to be conducted in-person the week of [February 24, 2025]. Second round interviews are tentatively set for the week of [March 17]. All dates are subject to change.

APPLICATION PROCESS DETAILS:

•       To be considered for this position, all complete applications and supporting materials must be received by the application deadline.

•       Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. It is, therefore, important that the application be thorough and detailed.

•       Travel costs related to the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

•       The College may re-advertise or delay filling a position.

•       Candidates should not expect official notification until the selection of the final candidate has been completed.

•       Reference checks for the finalists will be conducted.

•       Finalists will be invited to a second interview with the Superintendent/President.

Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop, review, and maintain currency of curriculum for courses in collaboration with other instructors as well as the articulation officer.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established program course outlines of record; inform/advise students about program requirements; evaluate and provide timely verbal and written assessments of student performance; prepare and grade assignments and examinations; meet administrative timelines and submit completed reports and required documents; and maintain required student attendance, scholastic records, and other related materials.
• Work in collaboration with other full-time instructors in coordinating curriculum and mentoring adjunct faculty in these courses.
• Participate in the development, assessment, and evaluation of student learning outcomes (SLO) and Program Level Outcomes (PLO).
• Actively participate in department/school meetings and maintain regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies; participate in college governance and decision-making.
• Participate in college-wide committee work and collegial governance.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills in Chemistry.
• Maintain effective communication with peers, staff, students, and administrators.
• Teaching assignments may include evening and weekend hours, either in-person or online, as well as off-campus instruction in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and College and School policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Career Technical Education.

Candidates must possess: a commitment to encouragement of learning and an enthusiastic attitude toward student learning; sensitivity to students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds who may have wide ranges of abilities.

AND

Any Bachelor’s degree AND at least TWO years (minimum) of relevant work experience in the subject area of the courses.

OR

Any Associates degree AND at least SIX years (minimum) of relevant work experience in the subject area of the courses.

OR the equivalent 

If you do not meet the minimum qualifications exactly as stated above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of application. Equivalency is defined as possessing the general education for the degree and the major coursework for the degree. The equivalency request form can be downloaded here (Download PDF reader). All degrees must be from accredited institutions.

· Understand and practice of addressing student equity through best-practice teaching methodologies.

· Use computers, multimedia, course-management software, and other interactive technologies as teaching and learning tools.

· Demonstrate ability to utilize multiple teaching methods/strategies needed to address the diverse learning styles/need of students including integration of interactive technologies to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving strategies.

· Possess a commitment to teaching and learning and provide a supportive learning environment to enhance student success and completion.

· Possess a willingness to take initiative in co-curricular activities, outreach and recruitment efforts, special events, and school projects.

· Possess a willingness to participate in shared/participatory governance of the Division and the College.

· Demonstrate an ability to self-evaluate and effect change for personal growth and improvement, as well as an ability to accept constructive feedback and effect change appropriately and participate in professional growth and development activities and lifelong learning.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The ideal candidate(s) will enjoy working in a collaborative office environment, in a personal office and larger shared spaces with colleagues or students. This role involves engaging with technology, including working on screens and using a keyboard and mouse for various tasks. You can expect a dynamic setting with opportunities for interaction, and regular participation in both in-person and online meetings will help foster connection. Communication with the campus community will also be an important part of the role, using phone and email to stay connected and support others.