Faculty Diversity Internship Program (FDIP)

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
Through faculty training and classroom internship, the LRCCD Faculty Diversity Internship Program (FDIP) is instrumental in developing a talented and dynamic pool of community college instructors who mirror the diversity of our student population which encompasses people with different cultural, racial, ethnic, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, academic preparation, learning style, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

During the Fall semester, FDIP interns are required to participate in six (6) Saturday workshops emphasizing community college teaching. These workshops will prepare the FDIP interns for the internship. The Saturday workshops will be conducted via Zoom. The Fall semester internship may be online, in-person, or a combination of both modalities. Interns will consult with mentors to determine the intern's schedule.

The FDIP is committed to providing opportunities for faculty interns to learn and practice teaching strategies appropriate for diverse community college students as a means of recruiting qualified faculty that mirror our student population and are committed to a diversity of perspectives. Our current student demographic profile is as follows: African American (8.2%); Asian (14.9%); Filipino (3%); Hispanic/Latino (30.9%); Multi-Race (6.8%); Native American (0.5%); Pacific Islander (1%); White (31.9%); Other Non-White (0.2%); Other/unknown (2.6%).

PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
Successful participants commit to a one-semester training and internship program in the Fall.

Fall: LRCCD provides approximately 40 hours of community college faculty training (at no cost to the intern). Fall training topics include an overview of the California Community College (CCC) system and its students and faculty, preparing for a class, assessing student learning, effective classroom strategies, and working with diverse learning styles.

The FDIP provides hands-on experience in an educational setting with a faculty mentor for one semester. The internship will take place in the Fall semester while interns attend the Saturday training sessions.

SELECTION CRITERIA:
The criteria used in selecting candidates for interview will include:

1. subject matter competence in chosen discipline;
2. academic preparation and/or occupational expertise;
3. demonstrated equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

1. A statewide disciplines list defines the masters degree that is reasonably related to the teaching assignment or academic subject matter area. For those disciplines for which a master's degree is required as a precondition for consideration, participants must show evidence of a master's degree or that a master's degree will be obtained by the end of the upcoming Fall semester.
2. Review the comprehensive list of all of the disciplines in the "Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges" maintained by the California Community College Chancellor's Office. The list identifies the specific degree and professional experience requirements for each discipline. The list can be found here: Minimum Qualifications Handbook (cccco.edu).
3. You should also confirm that your discipline is taught by one of the four Los Rios colleges by reviewing the course offerings at each college. To view a complete list of courses for each discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage specific to each campus:
   • ARC Programs and Majors
   • CRC Programs and Majors
   • FLC Programs and Majors
   • SCC Programs and Majors
4. It is the responsibility of the applicant to research which discipline they qualify for before applying to the Faculty Diversity Internship Program. Your application materials must clearly describe how you are qualified to teach in a particular discipline based on your academic preparation and experience. For questions, please contact the Director of Diversity, Compliance at Title IX at (916) 568-3063.
5. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline in which they would like to be considered for an internship, must submit a completed equivalency request form with their application. Applications submitted without the equivalency request form may be considered for admission to the program after all applicants who do meet the minimum qualifications for a specific discipline are considered for admission.

INTERN LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
As an intern, you are required to participate in a full semester course. The hands-on classroom experience will provide you with practical, instructional experiences in a community college classroom under the direct supervision of your mentor. Your Learning Objectives may include the following components, as agreed upon by you and your mentor:

• Observing your faculty mentor instruct class sessions by attending every meeting of the course in which you intern.
• Meeting with your mentor regularly before/after class to discuss questions, concerns, ideas, content, classroom matters, constructive feedback, and suggestions.
• Instructing at least three lessons that provide experience with common teaching strategies.
• Being supervised/observed by your mentor in lessons/classes in which you teach.
• Being evaluated by your mentor at the end of the semester.

• Creating assignments
• Preparing tests
• Reviewing textbooks for possible selection
• Conducting office hours
• Reading and scoring homework, papers, and tests
• Meeting division personnel and support staff
• Attending a department or committee meeting
• Taking a tour of the campus or facility
• Learning about shared governance and leadership activities

• Prepare a teaching/counseling philosophy statement.
• Identify three (3) teaching/counseling strategies in which you would like to become more proficient.
• Schedule three (3) teaching/counseling opportunities to include lessons/session planning and delivery of content and materials as appropriate.

• Collaborate with your mentor to develop your Learning Objectives for the semester in order to get the maximum benefit from the internship.
• Discuss with your mentor your teaching experience, preparation, comfort, and interest. Agree to the number and kind of teaching opportunities you will have as an intern.
• The mentor is the instructor of record; respect their experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Abide by all rules and regulations of the college and District, and conduct yourself in professional manner at all times.
• Closely observe your mentor's teaching style and classroom management techniques.
• Be committed to - and passionate about - your internship opportunity.

Eligibility requirements to participate in the Faculty Diversity Internship Program include:

1. Have completed, by the end of the upcoming Fall semester, the required degree to qualify to teach a discipline taught within the Los Rios Community College District.
2. Have completed, by the end of the upcoming Fall semester, the 2 or 6 full time years of technical/vocational experience required to teach a career technical education (CTE) discipline taught within the Los Rios Community College District.
3. Not have previous paid teaching experience as the instructor of record in higher education (this does not include teaching completed as part of your graduate program).
4. Not have previous Faculty Diversity Internship experience with the Los Rios Community College District.
5. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Before You Apply:

Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:

1. A Los Rios Community College District Application

2. Letter of Interest

   1. In the Letter of Interest, applicant should answer this question: What academic and/or occupational qualifications do you have to teach in a specific discipline taught in the Los Rios Community College District?

3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae

4. Unofficial Transcripts from College/University and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)

5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  • Example: If a master's in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submit.
• Previously granted equivalencies must be attached for verification. Contact Human Resources for replacement copies.

Transcript Requirements:

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institutions or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• Transcripts must clearly identify the degree(s) being used to meet the Minimum Qualifications.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor's and a master's), transcripts for each degree must be included.
• Transcripts must show the degree title and indicate whether each degree is completed or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress the application must state, the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.

Additional Instructions:

• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating "see resume" will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.