Part-Time, DSPS Counselor/Learning Disabilities Specialist

Part-Time, DSPS Counselor/Learning Disabilities Specialist

Salary

$63.36 - $86.72 Hourly

Location

District-wide

Job Type

Part-Time Professor

Job Number

202400258

Division

Student Affairs

Department

Department of Supportive Programs and Services

Opening Date

10/16/2025

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Description

PART-TIME PROFESSOR

Hartnell College accepts applications for part-time in-person teaching assignments, hourly faculty pools on a continuous basis. This process allows divisions to contact qualified applicants as instructional needs arise, without waiting for a new recruitment to be posted. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be contacted by the appropriate department supervisor, dean, or division chair when an opportunity becomes available.

Candidates for this position must possess the combination of skills and flexibility necessary to counsel students with disabilities and provide assessment for learning disabilities using the criteria outlined in the California Community College LD Eligibility Model. (If applicant is not already certified in the LD Eligibility Model, must commit to becoming certified within one year of hire date.) The DSPS Counselor/Learning Disabilities Specialist will assist the Dean, Student Services in the implementation of Disabled Student Programs and Services.

Examples of Duties

• Duties may include academic, career, and disability related counseling services to students with disabilities (i.e., deaf, hard of hearing, head injury, psychological, mobility, blind and visually impaired, attention deficit disorder, learning disabilities, etc.).
• Provide classroom instruction, counseling, disability verification, and assure reasonable accommodation and support services for DSPS students.
• Provide assessment for determination of eligibility for learning disabilities services using criteria of California Community Colleges Learning Disability Eligibility Model; evaluate students academic strengths and weaknesses using appropriate measures; develop individual educational support services for students with disabilities.
• Collaborate with college instructors, counselors and other DSPS personnel to assist students in pursuit of their educational goals.
• Assignments are based upon the assumption of workload of forty hours weekly, including but not limited to counseling, orientation/assessment, recruitment, advising, instruction and class preparation, evaluation of students, committee work, curriculum and program development, and student activities.
• Other responsibilities include maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.
• Institutional service activities are expected of all faculty members.

Typical Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning and service to a diverse student population;
• Ability to effectively work with students from diverse backgrounds who have a wide range of skills, motivations, preparation, and academic and career goals;
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at-large.
• Ability to work effectively in a participatory governance environment;
• Ability to participate in the development of curriculum and programs, including curriculum delivered via new instructional modalities;
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, universities; and industries;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to maintain subject matter currency;
• Ability to assist in the development of Student Learning
• Outcomes (SLOs) and to determine their effectiveness in helping students achieve their desired learning outcomes;
• Ability to utilize technology in the delivery of instruction and willingness to explore new technologies for instruction and learning;
• Knowledge of institutional accreditation, planning, and continuous quality improvement;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California Community
• College mission;
• Bilingual- English/Spanish
• Professional counseling experience in an accredited educational institution.
• A background in teaching and counseling culturally diverse, nontraditional students in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of Title V and ADA regulations for both federal and state.

Supplemental Information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(1) Masters degree in rehabilitation counseling; OR

(2) Masters degree in special education and 24 or more semester units of upper division or graduate level course work in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology or social work; OR

(3) masters degree in counseling, guidance, student personnel, psychology, career development, or social welfare and either 12 or more semester units of upper division or graduate level coursework specifically in counseling or rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities or two years of full- time experience, or the equivalent, in one or more of the following;

(A) Counseling or guidance for students with disabilities; or

(B) Counseling and/or guidance in industry, government, public agencies, military or private social welfare organizations in which the responsibilities of the position were predominantly or exclusively for persons with disabilities.

Anticipated Compensation:

$70.55-$83.86 per hour for instructional assignments

$60.19-$71.29 per hour for non-instructional assignments (lab/library/counseling)

Application Procedure

The following documentsMUSTbe uploaded as attachments to your online application:

1) Resume

2) Cover letter

3) Unofficial College/university transcripts

All coursework must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Note: Transcripts for degrees earned outside the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation from an approved NACES service verifying that the degree is equivalent to the U.S. degree.

Fostering a Culture of Care

Caring Campus, developed by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change (IEBC), is dedicated to creating a culture of care within community colleges. IEBCs Caring Campus program aims to increase student retention and success. We understand that when students feel connected to their college, they are more likely to succeed academically.

At Hartnell College, we embrace the Caring Campus culture. By implementing intentional, campus-wide behavioral commitments, we enhance our existing student success initiatives and create an environment where care and support are integral.

Join us on this journey of fostering a caring environment where students thrive. Together, we can transform Hartnell College into a place where care and success go hand in hand, empowering our students to reach their full potential.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Criteria:

In order to be considered for a faculty position at Hartnell College, applicants must satisfy the following criteria. Include specific examples that support each of your responses. Incomplete entries will not be forwarded into the application pool.

1. Demonstrate experience working with diverse student populations-including those from varied academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, and historically underserved backgrounds-in ways that support student success and excellence in higher education.

2. Demonstrate an understanding of systemic barriers that impact student access, success, and retention, and provide examples of strategies you have implemented to reduce equity gaps and improve outcomes for all students.

3. Demonstrate a commitment to empowering students by supporting their development of self-efficacy, confidence, and a sense of belonging to help them thrive and reach their full potential.

4. Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment by incorporating students' diverse experiences, strengths, and perspectives into your approach to teaching, advising, or student support.

5. Demonstrate your experience applying an equity-minded framework through service activities on campus and/or in the broader community.

EEO Statement:

Hartnell Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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IMPORTANT: All applicants must respond to the following questions directly. Your answers are essential for evaluating your qualifications for this position. Using "See resume," attachments, or links will not be accepted. Confirm below that you have read and understood these instructions.

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Do you meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description for this position? Yes, I meet the minimum qualifications.

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Will you be requesting an equivalency review? NOTE: (Applicants applying for equivalency consideration must submit Hartnells equivalency form and all supporting documents for Equivalency Committee review).

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Demonstrate experience working with diverse student populations-including those from varied academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, and historically underserved backgrounds-in ways that support student success and excellence in higher education. Provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.

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Demonstrate an understanding of systemic barriers that impact student access, success, and retention, and provide examples of strategies you have implemented to reduce equity gaps and improve outcomes for all students. Provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.

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Demonstrate a commitment to empowering students by supporting their development of self-efficacy, confidence, and a sense of belonging to help them thrive and reach their full potential. Provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.

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Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment by incorporating students' diverse experiences, strengths, and perspectives into your approach to teaching, advising, or student support. Provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.

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Demonstrate your experience applying an equity-minded framework through service activities on campus and/or in the broader community. Provide specific examples of how you meet this criterion.

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At Hartnell College, we prioritize a supportive and compassionate community. How would you contribute to the Caring Campus commitments?

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Employer Hartnell Community College

Address 411 Central Ave

Salinas, California, 93901

Phone 831-755-6706

Website http://hartnell.edu