Job Details

Adapted Physical Education (APE) Instructor

Posting Closing Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Full-Time Faculty (1.0 FTE)

Tenure Track with Benefits

Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule

Current Salary Range*: $66,994 to $92,875

*Initial placement above step 6 requires Superintendent/President approval.

Cluster Hire Initiative in Support of Latinx Students

Gavilan College is proud to announce an exciting new effort to hire 12 tenure-track faculty with a demonstrated history of working with and supporting the Latinx community. We invite diverse candidates from all backgrounds to join our college in furthering our values and shaping our future as a Hispanic Serving Institution. As part of this groundbreaking cohort of new full-time Gavilan faculty, your experience, expertise, and passion for serving the Latinx community will strengthen student success and create a community of support for diverse faculty. We welcome your commitment to fostering a campus culture that devotes resources to developing opportunities for Latinx students and all students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members.

Who We Are

We are a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a 62% Latinx student population primarily residing in Gilroy, Hollister, and Morgan Hill. With our main campus nestled in the hills of Gilroy and a satellite campus in downtown Hollister soon to become a full-service center, we are committed to achieving educational equity for all students in our community. We work to provide students with a rich and relevant learning experience that emphasizes student engagement in and out of the classroom, empowering students of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds to realize their goals and become socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Gavilan College, you will become part of an innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice requiring broad collaboration among faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners. Gavilan College fosters justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion through its Principles of Community.

Gavilan College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody our Principles of Community by:

• actively demonstrating a commitment to understanding and serving community college students who are diverse in socioeconomics, culture, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation and ethnicity;


• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;


• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and


• prioritizing equity in developing and strengthening curriculum, programs, and student support services.

As a member of the Gavilan College community, you will join us in valuing the worth and dignity of every person, the pursuit of truth, devotion to excellence, and the principles of democratic citizenship. All Gavilan employees strive to maintain these ideals in an environment of inclusiveness and mutual respect. We live these shared principles and work collaboratively to serve as a model of a dynamic, student-centered, community-serving college.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position exhibits an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with disabilities, and is able to successfully foster and support an inclusive educational environment. Gavilan seeks candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who strive to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community and embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

The Position

The Adapted Physical Education (APE) program is an integral part of the Accessible Education Center (AEC) and is accountable for compliance with Title 5 state regulations. Courses are designed to address a student's educational and functional limitations that are directly related to their verified disability. The lead faculty position for the APE program provides instruction for assigned courses which consists of aquatic exercise as well as cardiovascular fitness and resistance training for students with disabilities. The APE Instructor provides direct instruction for students on campus, online and community settings.

The successful candidate for this tenure track position will be expected to provide instruction and other services for students with a variety of disabilities. They will also be expected to provide leadership in advancing the goals of adapted physical education on local and regional levels.

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES

• Recent Adapted Physical Education teaching experience in the California Community Colleges with adults with disabilities (at least one year).

• Experience working with people with disabilities in an exercise/physical education environment (e.g. weight training, flexibility, movement techniques, adapted aquatic exercise and aerobics).

• Experience with Adapted Physical Education program management and facility coordination.

• Experience in directing and coordinating job duties for lifeguards and mobility aides who assist students in the adapted physical education courses.


• Knowledge of the Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS).

REQUIREMENTS

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Master's in physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education OR


• Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in any life science, dance, physiology, health education, recreation administration or physical therapy OR the equivalent, AND


• 15-semester units of upper-division or graduate study in adapted physical education AND


• Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff, AND


• Demonstrated ability to develop and employ culturally relevant course content, anti-racist pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or from historically underrepresented groups.


• Proof of current CPR with AED and First Aid certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. (CPR with AED and First Aid certification must be completed by the start of assignment but is not necessary to qualify for interview).

Latinx Community Cluster Hire Qualifications

In order to be considered for this initiative, candidates must satisfy three or more of the following criteria:

1. Has demonstrated commitment to engaging in service with populations historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education, particularly the Hispanic/Latinx community.


2. Has demonstrated knowledge of barriers for Hispanic/Latinx students.


3. Has experience or has demonstrated commitment to teaching, supporting, and/or mentoring Hispanic/Latinx students and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education.


4. Has experience in or has demonstrated commitment to extending awareness of opportunities and strategies in achieving success to Hispanic/Latinx students and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education.


5. Has created research, scholarship, media, art, or cultural/political engagement opportunities with the Hispanic/Latinx community and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education.


6. Has skills in developing cross-cultural and anti-racist communication, collaboration, and pedagogy.

Essential Duties

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title:

• Provide 14-16 equivalent hours of instruction per semester both in person and online, in accordance with established course outlines and departmental procedures in the area of adapted physical education.


• Coordinate with the Accessible Education Center (AEC) as appropriate to document student need and eligibility and maintain student confidentiality as required by Title 5 regulations.


• Assess student needs and provide appropriate instruction in adapted aquatic and fitness courses and evaluate progress towards goals as stated in the Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP).


• Provide faculty leadership in adapted physical education instruction and support to students with disabilities contributing to their academic and career success.


• Develop curriculum, modes of instruction, selection of course materials, equipment, and technology in Adapted Physical Education in accordance with California State Title 5 "Educational Assistance Class" designation.


• Develop and revise course materials as necessary and assist in curriculum development and review and assess student learning outcomes for APE courses.


• Maintain current expertise in teaching methodologies, discipline content, classroom management, safety regulations and APE instructional equipment.


• Promote the APE program to the local community and facilitate registration for the APE courses.


• Conduct enrollment management for semester course offerings through enrollment analytics and in accordance with Title 5 regulations regarding Measurable Progress and Repeatability in coordination with AEC.


• Attend monthly department meetings and periodic division meetings.


• Serve as an ADA resource to the Health and Safety / Facility and Grounds committees.


• Engage in the student learning outcomes (SLO) and assessment process as a means of establishing student progress in relationship to curriculum and departmental goals.


• Participate in campus shared governance and contribute to department and campus-wide student success initiatives.


• Participate in ongoing professional learning, particularly around anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.


• Adhere to department, division, and campus policies and procedures for faculty employees.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience teaching in adapted physical education or a related field.


• Knowledge of ADA issues that may affect the APE program and students.


• Effective communication and collaboration with faculty and staff to support student success.


• Ability to organize, demonstrate and explain materials which correspond with students' abilities, levels of preparation, and learning styles.


• Knowledge of current theories and teaching methods, especially in a culturally diverse and aging student population.


• Ability to conduct classes in a virtual learning environment using Canvas or other methods of remote learning.


• Demonstrated ability related to organizational detail, documentation and follow-through related to working with students in an adapted physical education or related field.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please submit ONLY the following items directly through the CCC Registry Website at www.cccregistry.org no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, February 28, 2023.

1. CCC Registry online application (all sections are required to be completed, Education, Employment History, Professional References, General Information, and Diversity Statement). Apply at cccregistry.org *


2. Cover letter no longer than one page indicating why you are interested in this position*


3. Abbreviated Curriculum Vitae or Resume*


4. Completion of attached supplemental questionnaire addressing how you meet the Latinx Community Cluster Hire qualifications*


5. Unofficial transcripts* (official transcripts will be required if hired for the position)

*Denotes application materials that are required for full consideration.

Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications must submit a Supplemental Application for Equivalency: https://www.gavilan.edu/jobs/apps/Supp_App_Equiv_Det.pdf

Required Supplemental Questionnaire

In order to be considered for this initiative, candidates must satisfy three or more of the following criteria. Respond to the following questions and include specific examples that support your response.

Incomplete entries will not be forwarded into the application pool.

1. Have you demonstrated a commitment to engaging in service with populations historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education, particularly the Hispanic/Latinx community?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

2. Do you have demonstrated knowledge of barriers for Latinx students?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

3. Do you have experience or demonstrated commitment to teaching, supporting, and/or mentoring Hispanic/Latinx students and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

4. Do you have experience in, or have you demonstrated commitment to extending awareness of opportunities and strategies in achieving success to Hispanic/Latinx students and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

5. Have you created research, scholarship, media, art, or cultural/political engagement opportunities with the Hispanic/Latinx community and/or communities historically underrepresented and underserved in higher education?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

6. Do you have skills in developing cross-cultural and anti-racist communication, collaboration, and/or pedagogy?
   
   
   
   1. If yes, provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.
   
   
   
   

As an equal opportunity employer, we are required to compile summary data on applicants. We are requesting your assistance in providing the information on the personal and ethnicity section of your CCC Registry profile. The completion of the questionnaire is voluntary. The form will remain in the Human Resources department and will be kept confidential and separate from all hiring documents. It will not be forwarded to those making employment decisions.

If you have questions related to the CCC Registry or technical aspects regarding submitting application materials on the CCC Registry website, please contact the CCC Registry directly at registry@yosemite.edu or call (800)245-4157.

Please make sure to contact the CCC Registry at (800)245-4157 AFTER you have applied for this job to verbally confirm that your application materials were submitted correctly and that your application is included in this recruitment.

If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823.

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.