In accordance with its mission as a community college, instruction at Los Angeles Valley College focuses on creating pathways for certificates, degrees, and transfer. Faculty members at Los Angeles Valley College are expected to create a learning-centered environment that supports students in fulfilling their educational goals. The assignment may consist of day, evening and/or weekend classes to be taught in-person, and may include off campus, high school dual enrollment, hybrid, and online courses. This is a ten-month appointment; however, additional summer and winter assignments may be available.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching the regular load, as defined by the collective bargaining agreement, computer information systems courses and holding regular office hours
• Planning, developing, and implementing course curricula, as well as updating course materials and course outlines of record
• Contributing to the development and assessment of student learning outcomes
• Cultural responsiveness in interactions with students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Completing and submitting required documents in a timely manner
• Participating in mandated projects, such as Program Review
• Participating in department and campus committees and activities
• Participating in professional development and maintaining current knowledge in the discipline
• Performing other academic duties and responsibilities as assigned

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; OR
• Associate’s degree and six (6) years of professional experience directly related to the teaching assignment; Or
• The Equivalent.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced education beyond the minimum required, research experience, and possession of an excellent academic record that indicates a strong background in computer information systems and computer science
• Commitment to maintaining a current knowledge of recent developments in computer information systems and computer science
• At least four years of work experience in computer programming, mobile application development, web script writing, server-side coding, cloud computing, cyber and cloud security, information compliance, data mining, data warehousing, or big data analytics
• Experience teaching computer science and information systems in a community college or other college setting
• Experience or interest in web enhancing and/or teaching online courses and ability to use technology
• Commitment to execute extracurricular responsibilities within the Department and College
• Ability to set specific learning outcomes and objectives and measure achieved results
• Success at initiating, executing and following-up of projects in a timely manner
• Grant writing and implementation experience
• Commitment to a career in a diverse, student-centered Department and College
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff, and students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles
• Knowledge of equity-centered educational research on best practices to support the success of Latinx, Black, Indigenous, and other students of color
• Ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for all students, including those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Experience with best practices in tutoring and teaching related to student success and equity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various academic departments and service areas at the college
• Other duties as assigned

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A medical certificate indicating fitness to engage in administrative work is required for new employees at the applicant’s expense prior to employment.

Eligibility Requirement: COVID 19 VACCINATION

Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated and complete a baseline test or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The current starting range is from $76,960 – $143,000 for the ten-month academic year depending on education and experience. The Ph.D. differential is $4,870 per academic year. The district provides an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents. See LACCD’s Health Benefits website for more information.

FILING AN APPLICATION:

All interested persons must submit:

• An online application
• A current resume or CV
• A cover letter (no more than two pages) that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and addresses the job duties and desirable qualifications as detailed in this announcement
• Transcripts of all college work. (Unofficial copies are acceptable for application. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation at the time of application.) You may obtain a listing of approved agencies at

  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaf1ets/c1635.pdf.

• Contact information (name, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three recent professional references.

All required documentation must be filed electronically no later than 4:30 p.m June 23, 2026. Faxed, emailed, or mailed items will not be accepted.

All application materials will be screened and a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in interviews. A teaching demonstration will be part of the interview process.

If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Tom Aduwo

aduwotm@laccd.edu.

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:

Michael Rahni, Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems

rahnim@laccd.edu.

Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. LAVC reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days’ prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit LACCD’s ADA Compliance website.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status (LACCD Board Rule 101301 and Title IX, Section 504 – Employer). Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures.

Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.