Faculty Diversity Mentorship Program

Salary: See Position Description Job Type: Continuous Posting Job Number: 2024-FAC-FDMP Closing: 4/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Location: Ukiah, CA Department: Instruction DESCRIPTION Mendocino College is currently accepting applications to participate in our NEW Faculty Diversity Mentorship Program (FDMP).
The FDMP is a year-long, paid by stipend, mentorship with currently employed Mendocino College faculty.
The program mission is to meet the needs of our diverse students by attracting, inspiring, and preparing individuals who share the college's commitment to inclusive, equitable learning as they prepare themselves for a career in community college teaching.
The Faculty Diversity Mentorship Program (FDMP) brings faculty mentees from diverse backgrounds into the Mendocino College community for training and hands-on experiences in our classes and programs.
Mendocino College faculty mentees gain valuable professional development and career exploration opportunities while the students and institution benefit from increased diversity, expanded faculty hiring pools, and new perspectives.
Ultimately, by attracting, recruiting, and providing advanced training for talented new faculty with diverse backgrounds and ideas, we hope to better serve our students.
Specifically, we aim to Promote equitable achievement for students of all gender identities, and cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds and Ensure Mendocino College students from underrepresented groups have role models from their gender category, race, ethnic, or cultural background who they can identify with and recognize as examples of high achievement Mendocino college seeks diverse, equity- minded candidates who bring new perspectives and experiences to enrich our educational community.
Please review our District Mission, Goals, and Values at the following website: MLCCD - Mission, Goals, Values The main campus is located in Ukiah, CA; with centers locations in Lakeport, CA; Willits, CA; Fort Bragg, CA; and online.
We look forward to reviewing your application.
This mentorship will require in-person participation at one or more of our Mendocino College locations.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE Through the online portal, submit the following documents: Completed online application Resume/CV including education, experience, professional organizations, and accomplishments Cover Letter including why you are interested in the Faculty Diversity Mentorship Program Photocopies of all transcripts; a foreign transcript evaluation must be attached if applicable.
Official copies of transcripts are required upon employment COMPENSATION Faculty Mentees will be paid $1000 stipend at the end of the fall semester for completing their summer training and six fall workshops.
They will be paid a $1,500 stipend at the end of the spring semester for competing their paired teaching experience and presenting their capstone project at the FDMP symposium.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Selected mentees will begin their training in summer 2024.
Below is a brief description of the duties expected of the mentee.
Summer 2024 Onboard with Human Resources 5 Hours of Mandated Trainings Fall 2024 Week 1: Community College System & Course Outline of Record to the Student-Centered Syllabus Week 2 : Equity minded teaching and assessment practices & Building relationships with students Week 3 : The First Week and Institutional Responsibilities Week 4 : A Day in the Life Faculty Panel and Introduction to Student Services Week 5 : Applying for PT/FT Faculty Positions & Workshop Syllabus and Teaching Philosophy Week 6 : Mock Interview and Mentor Meeting *Fall workshops will take place from 9:00AM-3:00PM on six Saturdays.
Spring 2025 Faculty Mentee and Mentor Meet Bi-weekly Mentees work as an Embedded Tutor in their mentor's class or in a counseling, tutoring, or library role relevant to their learning objectives Mentees complete a capstone project and present it at the FDMP symposium Program and learning objectives are evaluated.
*Spring commitment will depend on their mentor pairing course assignment.
Interview Information for Selected Candidates Interviews will take place via Zoom Interviews will last 10-15 minutes Interview will include a 5 minute teaching demonstration in the candidate's teachable subject on a topic of the candidate's choosing QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet Human Resources guidelines for qualified hiring; including a Live Scan background check.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, geographic and ethnic backgrounds of students, staff, and faculty.
ELIGIBILTY CRITERIA: Master's or PhD in any discipline Bachelor's degree with a minimum of two years of fulltime occupational experience in a vocational/technical area Associate's degree with a minimum of six years of fulltime occupational experience in a vocational/technical area Or completion of any of the above stated degrees/experience within the 2024-2025 academic year ADDITIONAL INFORMATION All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials.
Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant Incomplete application packets will not be accepted Interviews are by invitation only The college does not reimburse applicants for related travel expenses SELECTION PROCEDURE A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview.
Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview.
A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview.
All notifications will be via email, and by accessing your application profile.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY The Mendocino-Lake Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and to recruiting and hiring persons from diverse backgrounds.
Diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students including first generation students, underrepresented students, and students of color.
The District strives to employ and retain faculty, staff and administrative personnel who promote a positive learning environment and are well prepared to serve our increasingly diverse student population.
Mendocino College takes active steps to ensure equal employment opportunity and to create a diverse work and academic environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all.
Mendocino-Lake Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO STATEMENT Mendocino College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants.
The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons.
Mendocino College does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, genetic conditions, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), military or veteran status .
Mendocino College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
ACCOMMODATIONS Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources no later than 72 hours prior to the closing date.
Human Resources can be contacted at (707) 468-3065 or via email at HRRecruiting@mendocino.
edu .
ABOUT OUR COLLEGE Established in 1973, Mendocino College, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, rich in culture, creativity, diversity, and technology.
A fully accredited two- year community college, the District serves more than 6,500 students across four locations in the greater parts of Lake and Mendocino Counties.
Complete with a friendly small-campus academic setting and a respectfully collaborative work environment, Mendocino College prepares students for a future of innovation and success.
The beautifully landscaped main campus is located in Ukiah, California.
With views of oak- covered hills, sprawling vineyards, and distant mountains, the 127-acre campus is equipped with a state-of-the-art Library/Learning Center, high-tech Nursing Facility, and Student Center.
The college operates three fully equipped centers in Fort Bragg, Lakeport, and Willits, conveniently providing our valued students with quality instruction, academic support and administrative services in neighboring communities.
With a comprehensive curriculum and engaging instruction, Mendocino College provides a wide variety of degree, certificate, transfer, occupational, and basic skills programs.
Mendocino College students learn in a nurturing and supportive environment enhanced by small-sized classes, personalized academic advising, and several hundred dedicated faculty and staff.
ABOUT OUR COMMUNITIES Mendocino and Lake Counties include some of California's most picturesque landscape.
Because of the geographic location, climate, and natural beauty, Mendocino and Lake Counties attract many visitors.
Agriculture, timber, and tourism industries form the economic base of the area with some light manufacturing.
Mendocino and Lake Counties have a long and colorful history as a premium grape-growing region within the state's famous North Coast wine country.
A relaxed and friendly lifestyle is characteristic of our communities.
Recreational opportunities abound for water skiing, swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, camping, hiking, tennis, and golf.
Check out the local visitor guides to find out more: https://www.
visitmendocino.
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