Two weeks prior to the deadline to submit applications, the diversity of current applicants will be assessed. Upon review, if the pool does not include sufficient diversity at that time, the application window may be extended.

This position is a high priority for our District for the 2024-2025 year and is contingent upon continued available district, grant and state funding.
 College of the Canyons is seeking a faculty leader in the area of STEM/LatinX Counseling. The STEM/LatinX Counselor actively serves and promotes student success for all students through a curriculum and pedagogy responsive to supporting and uplifting STEM/LatinX students. The STEM/LatinX counselor will assist LatinX and other student populations in transitioning into and connecting with the campus community, enhancing cultural and educational experiences, and increasing persistence and retention rates in order to achieve their educational goals. The STEM/LatinX Counselor serves as a generalist and a regular member of the Counseling Department faculty committed to the academic success, personal growth, and self-actualization of LatinX and other students.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by LatinX students in higher education, particularly within the STEM disciplines. This individual should demonstrate expertise in providing academic advising, career guidance, and individual support tailored to the needs of LatinX / STEM students. Counselors should have a passion for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.

This is an 11-MONTH professional, full-time tenure track position beginning July 1, 2024. The position may include a combination of teaching, department, college, and community leadership functions. Assignment may include day, evening, and weekend duties at all District sites.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Collaborates with campus faculty, staff, students, and departments in advocating for our STEM/LatinX student success.
• Collaborates and participates as a contributing member with the STEM/LatinX and the Intercultural Center to ensure a cohesive and holistic counseling approach for our STEM/LatinX students.
• Conducts face-to-face and online academic, career, transfer and life-skills counseling to the STEM/LatinX students and general student populations.
• Counsels students by assisting them in choosing and planning immediate and long- range educational goals, including developing abbreviated and comprehensive student education plans; assisting with students' career exploration, program selection and recommending adjustments to college and personal development.
• Evaluates student aptitudes, abilities, and interests to advise them regarding career paths, career uncertainty, current and future employment trends.
• Interprets certificate, associate degree, and transfer-related requirements.
• Evaluates transcripts, clears prerequisites, processes graduation petitions and other college forms, as needed. 
• Provides students with information regarding college and community resources, assists students with the procedures for enrollment, placement, financial aid and academic progress.
• Participates in the development and implementation of special programs and services that focus on student equity and promoting student retention.
• Develops college orientations, workshops related to educational and career planning, probation, study skills, and other topics to support student success.
• Facilitates orientations, workshops, and presentations for new and continuing students.
• Conducts follow-up services to students experiencing academic difficulties such as students on academic probation, academic dismissal, and students with excessive units.
• Enter counseling notes and appropriate reason codes for the counseling appointment. Ensure that all data elements are entered into the District's electronic record-keeping software Teaches credit and noncredit Counseling courses, in accordance with established course outlines.
• Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of curriculum; assesses student learning outcomes at the course and program review levels.
• Engages in activities that enhance rapport with local high school, community and industry partners, and/or four-year institutions.
• Participates in institutional committee assignments, student recruitment and retention, shared governance, and campus life activities.
• Develops and revises appropriate credit and noncredit program and course curriculum in response to discipline and workforce needs. 
• Maintains office hours (if teaching is part of the assignment) and participates in department, division, and college committees and governance.
• Participates in departmental and collegewide program reviews.
• Participates in additional faculty responsibilities, including college decision-making activities related to professional and academic matters. The activities will occur within the department as well as in the larger college setting and at all district campuses.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and preparation related to best practices associated with pedagogy, andragogy, and all instructional (including virtual) teaching modalities to address anticipated student and instructional delivery needs.
• Participates in all course, program and institutional Student Learning Outcome (SLO) assessment processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Counseling faculty members at College of the Canyons facilitate student learning by working to develop every student’s abilities and by designing varied and exciting learning environments.
• Counseling faculty members work as team members with all staff, create innovations in teaching and learning methods, and work to provide an environment for students to be partners in learning.
• Counseling faculty members also assist in program planning, carry out related projects and evaluate related department programs and faculty.
• Counseling faculty members carry out their professional responsibilities by participating in the college decision-making activities related to academic and professional matters via meetings, by participating on project teams, by engaging in ongoing and meaningful professional development, and by providing support to students on a one-to-one and small group basis at regularly scheduled times.

• Maintain knowledge on current issues regarding equity, inclusion and other issues impacting our STEM/LatinX student populations;
• Develop a welcoming, equitable, and inclusive environment particularly for our LatinX student population;
• Adapt varying pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of LatinX college students with differing learning modalities and abilities;
• Facilitate groups and workshops that engage and motivate LatinX college students;
• Effectively ensure the accuracy of notes entered in our student database;
• Participate in appropriate professional organizations, attend conferences and workshops regarding equity, inclusion, and other issues impacting our STEM/LatinX student populations;
• Effectively engage with technological tools designed to assist the students and institution in moving students toward goal completion;
• Communicate effective orally and in writing;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with District staff, faculty, and students. 
• Success and commitment as a team player, including the ability to engage in cooperative problem solving. 
• Success at initiating, executing and following up on projects, including the ability to set specific objectives and measure achieved results;
• A commitment to the mission and values of the college;
• A positive attitude, including the ability to foster collegiality;
• Flexibility, including the acceptance of and willingness to change;
• Open-mindedness, including fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives;
• The willingness to take risks and be innovative;
• A willingness to see complex tasks through to completion; and
• The willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of an unexpired California Community College Counselor Credential,

• Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling,

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the above listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT).

• Bilingual (Spanish-English)
• Recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education and the field of Counseling shape patterns of participation 
• Ability to support historically marginalized and underserved student populations enrolled in STEM programs.

• Experience with programs that promote student equity, inclusion, and LatinX/STEM excellence.
• Experience with, or knowledge of, approaches, theories, and strategies related to supporting historically marginalized students.
• Experience as a Counselor in higher education, preferably at a community college.
• Experience with online counseling/teaching and pedagogy is desired.
• Familiar with current statewide initiatives and best practices in student services.
• Knowledgeable in high-impact teaching and counseling practices.
• Knowledgeable in methods and strategies used in counseling.
• Strong commitment to professional growth and development, and to the continued innovation and improvement of successful teaching.
• Willingness to facilitate and encourage student success by working to develop varied and innovative academic learning environments.
• Commitment to maintain currency in the discipline, including use of advanced technology.
• Skilled in career development methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of assessment of student learning outcomes (SLOs).
• Experience in appointment scheduling software, telecommuting software, and chat services
• Ability to interact and coordinate with feeder secondary schools and local community agencies.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and implement Counseling projects and special events.
• Ability to communicate professionally and clearly with students and staff, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with computers and other forms of advanced technology utilized in providing high quality counseling and the understanding and successful use of learning technology.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with on-campus groups (including students, faculty, administrators and staff) as well as off-campus community and education partners.
• In addition to being a well-qualified Counselor and to teaching in their respective disciplines, it is desirable that the Counselor has additional abilities and interests in contributing to other professional pursuits at the College, such as: Counseling and instructional innovation, second language ability, sponsoring clubs, program development, student success initiatives and community outreach;
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio- economic, cultural, ethnic and disability backgrounds of community college students.

SALARY PLACEMENT
Eleven (11) month position; anticipated starting date July 1, 2024. Initial Salary Placement on Academic Salary Schedule 1 is dependent on education and experience. Initial Salary Placement Range is from $87,228– $138,696 annually (adjusted for 12 months of pay per year). Column placement is based on education and step placement will be based on years of professional experience, not to exceed nine (9) years’ experience for a maximum placement of Step 10: For details, click on link to Academic Salary Schedule.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position will require extended periods presenting material in an office or classroom setting, and frequent periods of movement from one area to another, which may include traversing to different floors of a building. Requires use of a computer and related equipment; frequent exertion of 10-20 pounds of force to move objects; communicating and providing information to others; and travel from site-to-site. In the event of an emergency, employees will be relied upon to serve as emergency workers.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Part of the teaching assignment may be evenings and/or weekends at all District sites.
• The instructor may be expected to deliver instruction utilizing nontraditional delivery methods.
• An excellent benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and Section 125 is offered.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.
• Successful completion of background fingerprint clearance, pre-employment physical examination (disabilities not related to the physical job will not affect the application process) and TB screening.
• Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.
• Board of Trustees approval.
• Official transcript must be submitted upon offer of employment.
• Position is contingent upon the availability of funding.

• A District Academic Application.
• Letter of interest (cover letter). In your letter, please address your qualifications and experience as they pertain to the job duties, the demonstrated knowledge, and
• the abilities section of this announcement. Provides specific details and examples of your direct leadership in achieving the list of minimum and desirable requirements for this position. A detailed resume summarizing education and experience.
• College transcripts verifying educational degree(s) required for the position. Submit unofficial copies of transcripts for application purposes. Copies of college diplomas are not acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Important note on minimum education requirements: Units and/or degree(s) earned must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the American Council on Post-Secondary Education. Please see our website for evaluation requirements for units and degrees earned at foreign institutions.
• Philosophy of Diversity Statement
• Confidential Recruitment Source Information (Voluntary Survey). This is voluntary and is part of the online applicant profile separate from the application.
• Supplemental Questions. Complete the Supplemental Questions as part of your application packet.

1. Do you possess an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Counseling? If yes, submit applicable credential (front and back)
2. Do you possess a Master’s in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling? If yes, submit transcripts (front and back)
3. Do you possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the above listed degrees AND a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist? If yes, submit transcripts (front and back)
4. If you answered "Yes" to Questions 1, 2, or 3 to qualify for this position, please provide a written response detailing how you meet the requirements listed for that qualification. Please provide applicable degree information and detailed professional experience information (quantify full-time equivalent years and explain how experience is directly related to the teaching assignment). Please type "N/A" if this question is not applicable.
5. Please describe your experience working with, implementing programs for, and promoting the success of LatinX students.
6. Please describe your experience with guided pathways or similar strategy. Guided Pathways refers to a movement that seeks to streamline a student’s journey through college by providing structured choice, revamped support, and clear learning outcomes.
7. Please describe your direct experience conducting academic, career and personal counseling. Please provide information on the type of work environment, length of time at each employer or assignment, and specific details of your duties, including outcomes.
8. Please describe your direct experience teaching and/or counseling in an online environment. Please outline the technological tools you use in that counseling and teaching environment. Please be specific in describing the software programs and your proficiency in using them in both settings.
9. Please describe your experience working with and supporting students or clients who are bilingual or multilingual.
10. Please describe your background, qualifications and expertise in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) counseling.

• Skills evaluation of candidates for interview may be required.
• Travel and relocation expenses are the responsibility of the applicant.
• Hiring committees review all complete, qualified application packets. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
• A presentation will be required for those candidates selected for an initial interview.
• Current COC employees who are applying for this position: Please be aware that materials from your personnel file are not included as part of the application file; therefore, please provide the same requested application materials as any other applicant.