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College Information Peralta College Information College of Alameda College of Alamedas mission is to meet the educational needs of its multicultural and diverse community by providing excellent comprehensive and flexible programs including basic skills transfer and occupational which will enable each student to achieve his/her own unique goals.
The College is Californias only island-based community college and it offers both park-like tranquility and easy access to urban resources. Having served almost half a million day evening and weekend students since its 1970 founding, College of Alameda enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellence in its academic, vocational, and student support programs.
The College of Alameda is proud of its strong ties to the City of Alameda and is recognized for its strong partnerships with the local business community.
Laney College Laney College in the heart of vibrant multicultural downtown Oakland features the cosmopolitan atmosphere and human energy of a big-city university. Laney is adjacent to the Oakland Museum of California, blocks from historic Chinatown, and a pleasant stroll from Lake Merritt.
Since 1948, Laney has provided educational opportunities to students throughout the East Bay and beyond. Serving approximately 14,000 students each semester, Laney reflects the incredible diversity of the community that surrounds it and provides opportunities to traditionally underserved populations. Dozens of languages are spoken on Laneys campus each day.
The school boasts a proven track record of success with exceptional educational programs. The college was given full accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) in summer 2009 - a distinction awarded to only five community colleges out of the 27 reviewed that year. In addition, Laney ranks among the top community colleges in California in transferring students to U.C. Berkeley.
Merritt College Merritt College is a public comprehensive two-year college maintained by the Peralta Community College District in Alameda County. With a comprehensive day and evening program of transfer, technical, occupational, and basic skills education, the College is committed to meeting the educational needs of the diverse student population it serves.
Located on a 125-acre site in the hills of East Oakland, Merritt College combines modern, spacious facilities with a spectacular view of the entire Bay Area. An integral part of a large, busy urban community, the location provides a sense of tranquility and peace.
Berkeley City College Berkeley City College (BCC), one of Californias 112 community colleges, is centrally located in downtown Berkeley, only 1-12 blocks from the U.C. campus. The colleges mission is to contribute to the success of all students and to the well-being of the community by offering the best possible education, which promises intellectual growth, social mobility, economic development, and an understanding of diverse ideas and peoples.
BCC is ranked second in the state in the percentage of students who transfer to U.C. Berkeley. BCC serves students who seek general education, transfer to four-year universities, associate degrees, and certificates in liberal arts, the sciences, career, technical areas, or foundational skills. BCC students represent a diverse mix of ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Many are the first in their families to attend college.
The college is an active partner in local economic development and employment training endeavors and maintains a strong and unique collaboration with U.C. Berkeley. Berkeley City Colleges world-class faculty has created a student-centered learning community dedicated to academic excellence and student success. They have won distinction in the sciences, arts, English, humanities, multimedia arts, and the social sciences.
District Office The Peralta Community College District is a two-year college system dedicated to providing comprehensive educational and community services to the communities it serves, including the cities of Albany, Alameda, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and Piedmont, California. The District enrolls over 25,000 students in a broad range of transfer and occupational curricula.
The colleges in the District include College of Alameda, Laney College, Merritt College, and Berkeley City College, which operate under the governance of a seven-member Board of Trustees and are administered by a Chancellor.
Position Information Job Title: Temporary Part-Time Medical Assisting Instructor Time Base: Temporary as Needed Compensation: Ranges from $75.32 - $139.20 per hour. Salary placement based on education, experience, and other provisions outlined in the Districts agreement with the Peralta Federation of Teachers.
Position Type: Academic Department, Human Resources-Personnel
Job Description Summary The Medical Assisting Program is committed to the provision of educational training that enables students to attain knowledge and develop competent, safe skills for entry-level positions in the medical field. The program provides a balanced clinical and administrative curriculum delivered through comprehensive lectures, laboratory courses, and clinical experiences in local community health care facilities.
Merritt College currently offers two certificate programs in Medical Assisting, Clinical and Administrative, as well as a Health Navigator Certificate program. All certificate programs can be completed in one year and prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and attributes necessary for obtaining work in the healthcare field as a Medical Assistant.
Graduates of this program are prepared to work with physicians and other team members and facilitate office visits for patients to be seen by the healthcare provider. Under the direction of the Medical Doctor, graduates assist with many procedures and often assist in health education to support clients health and disease management.
The Medical Assisting Instructor will have primary responsibilities for lecture and laboratory instruction in the Medical Assisting program, such as Intro to Medical Assisting, Medical Terminology, Disorders of the Body Systems in Primary Care, CPR, and First Aid for Allied Health Programs, Communication Skills for the Healthcare Professional, and Administrative or Clinical Medical Assisting.
The assignment may also include other courses in the discipline as needed, including newly developed courses, as well as courses for the Health Navigator Program and Health Occupations. Duties & Responsibilities
The teaching schedule may include evening or weekend hours as part of the contract assignment.
Instructors are expected to use and keep abreast of advanced teaching methods, including the use of current and future technologies to support student learning and career objectives.
Provide class instruction in accordance with established course outlines.
Inform students via syllabi concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements.
Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic, and personnel records and submit them according to published deadlines.
Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations and promptly return them to students.
Post and maintain required office hours in accordance with the prevailing policy.
Participate in faculty discussions on curriculum, teaching-learning techniques, and teaching materials.
Participate on departmental, divisional, and campus committees.
Develop and revise courses in the discipline.
The Instructor is also responsible for providing a full professional service week that may include but is not limited to teaching, teaching preparation, maintenance of office hours, student advising, and maintenance of student rosters, class records, and grade completion in accordance with District policy and procedures.
Performing departmental duties such as program and curriculum development, evaluation and revision, and selecting appropriate instructional materials and working with administrators and other faculty to develop a comprehensive pre-collegiate program.
Participation in professional activities such as departmental and campus committee work, faculty peer evaluations, staff meetings, and participation in the governance structure of the College and District.
Pursuing professional growth activities to remain current in discipline and teaching methodology.
Performing professional outreach activities, such as working with administrators and other faculty as part of course development and depending on need, by participating in an industry advisory committee for a program, working with inter-segmental education partners, such as high school, adult school, and other colleges, and industry partners to design and implement effective basic skills curricula and career pathways in the discipline, etc.
Performing other related duties as assigned by the College.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of any Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university AND two years of demonstrated work experience in the healthcare field as a Medical Assistant, Nurse, Public Health Officer, Healthcare Administrator, Physician, or equivalent.
Possession of any Associate Degree from an accredited college AND six years of demonstrated work experience in the healthcare field as a Medical Assistant, Nurse, Public Health Officer, Healthcare Administrator, Physician, or equivalent.
May submit a fully satisfied lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing service to teach courses in California credentials were no longer issued after July 1, 1990.
The equivalent qualifications. Candidates who claim equivalency must provide conclusive evidence as clear and reliable on the college transcripts as required on the District Equivalency Application Form. Refer to the Equivalency Procedures below. This is not a process to waive the minimum qualifications.
Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.
Desirable Qualifications
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Application Deadline: June 30, 2026 Open Date: 02/17/2026 First Review Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified. Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application. Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date. Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.
Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credential transcript evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degrees, non-U.S. degrees by the application deadline date. Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates. Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District, which include but are