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California hosts hundreds of adjunct instructor positions at institutions ranging from the University of California and California State University systems to community colleges like Los Angeles City College and De Anza College. The Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego are the most active hiring markets, with particularly strong demand in STEM, business, and health sciences disciplines.
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The Noncredit Business and Life Skills Division is currently accepting applications for part-time Vocational (Short Term) Instructors.
GCC Continuing Education is seeking an engaging, student-centered Adjunct Instructor to teach noncredit soft skills courses including Customer Service, On-the-Job Communication, and 21st Century Employment Strategies. The ideal candidate brings real-world professional experience, a passion for workforce development, and the ability to connect with adult learners from diverse backgrounds. Courses are offered in-person and/or online and are designed to equip students with the practical skills employers demand today.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree related to the subject of the course taught
OR
Master’s degree in any discipline and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught
OR
Bachelor’s degree and four years occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught
OR
For courses in an occupation for which the district offers or has offered apprenticeship instruction, the minimum qualifications for noncredit apprenticeship instructors in that occupation, as specified in title 5 section 53413 OR Master’s degree in any discipline and possession of a clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter
The minimum qualifications list for credit and noncredit disciplines can be found at:
https://www.glendale.edu/about-gcc/employment/minimum-qualifications
Additional Information
Adjunct applications are accepted on a continuous basis for immediate and future hiring needs. Applicants will be contacted if selected for further consideration. Adjunct pools remain open throughout the academic year to support ongoing recruitment for departmental assignments and can close at any time. Please review the application requirements to ensure that your submission is complete. Applications will not be considered until all required documents have been received.
Academic positions require the following documents to be attached to your application in order to be considered:
- Resume
- Scanned copy of official transcripts showing completion of required degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.
Additional documents not requested in the announcement will not be reviewed. Those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited to the college for an interview. Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
GCCD is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. GCCD recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
GCCD is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. To find out more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu.
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please inform Human Resources.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.
Description
The Noncredit Business and Life Skills Division is currently accepting applications for part-time Vocational (Short Term) Instructors.
GCC Continuing Education is seeking an engaging, student-centered Adjunct Instructor to teach noncredit soft skills courses including Customer Service, On-the-Job Communication, and 21st Century Employment Strategies. The ideal candidate brings real-world professional experience, a passion for workforce development, and the ability to connect with adult learners from diverse backgrounds. Courses are offered in-person and/or online and are designed to equip students with the practical skills employers demand today.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree related to the subject of the course taught
OR
Master’s degree in any discipline and two years of occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught
OR
Bachelor’s degree and four years occupational experience related to the subject of the course taught
OR
For courses in an occupation for which the district offers or has offered apprenticeship instruction, the minimum qualifications for noncredit apprenticeship instructors in that occupation, as specified in title 5 section 53413 OR Master’s degree in any discipline and possession of a clear California Designated Subjects Adult Education Teaching Credential authorizing instruction in the subject matter
The minimum qualifications list for credit and noncredit disciplines can be found at:
https://www.glendale.edu/about-gcc/employment/minimum-qualifications
Additional Information
Adjunct applications are accepted on a continuous basis for immediate and future hiring needs. Applicants will be contacted if selected for further consideration. Adjunct pools remain open throughout the academic year to support ongoing recruitment for departmental assignments and can close at any time. Please review the application requirements to ensure that your submission is complete. Applications will not be considered until all required documents have been received.
Academic positions require the following documents to be attached to your application in order to be considered:
- Resume
- Scanned copy of official transcripts showing completion of required degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.
Additional documents not requested in the announcement will not be reviewed. Those applicants deemed best qualified will be invited to the college for an interview. Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
GCCD is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. GCCD recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
GCCD is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. To find out more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu.
Accommodations
If accommodations are needed for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please inform Human Resources.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.
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Which colleges and universities in California sponsor visas for adjunct instructors?
The University of California system (UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC San Diego), California State University campuses, and large community college districts such as Los Angeles Community College District and San Diego Community College District have sponsored visas for adjunct instructors. Sponsorship is more common at research universities and larger institutions with dedicated international faculty hiring pipelines than at smaller private colleges.
Which visa types are most commonly used for adjunct instructor roles in California?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for adjunct instructors, as teaching at the postsecondary level in a specialized field typically qualifies as a specialty occupation. The O-1A is an option for instructors with extraordinary achievements in their discipline. Some institutions use J-1 visa Exchange Visitor status for visiting scholars and lecturers, though J-1 is tied to specific exchange programs rather than standard employment.
Which cities in California have the most adjunct instructor visa sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles, the Bay Area (San Francisco, San Jose, Berkeley), and San Diego consistently have the highest concentration of adjunct instructor sponsorship opportunities. Los Angeles alone is served by multiple large systems including UCLA, Cal State LA, and the LACCD network. The Bay Area benefits from proximity to research institutions like UC Berkeley and Stanford, generating demand across technical and liberal arts disciplines.
How to find adjunct instructor visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles that offer visa sponsorship, making it easier to identify adjunct instructor positions at California institutions without sorting through listings that don't support international candidates. You can search by state and role type to surface relevant openings at universities and community colleges across Los Angeles, the Bay Area, San Diego, and Sacramento.
Are there any California-specific considerations for adjunct instructors seeking visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage requirements under state law can exceed federal H-1B wage thresholds, so sponsoring institutions must meet the higher of the two standards. Adjunct roles are often part-time or semester-based, which can complicate H-1B petitions since USCIS expects a bona fide employer-employee relationship and consistent hours. Instructors with appointments across multiple campuses or colleges should confirm that a single institution is willing to serve as the petitioning employer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored adjunct instructor jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.