Full-Time Court Reporting Instructor

Requisition Details Position Information Position Title Full-Time Court Reporting Instructor How many positions are you recruiting for? 1 Campus West Valley College Position Summary Information Definition West Valley College (WVC) is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track instructor position in Court Reporting & Captioning, requiring the ability to teach courses from Court Reporting & Captioning. We are currently seeking applicants who have successful experience and a genuine interest in serving a wide range of students from different backgrounds, with a particular focus in serving students from historically excluded and marginalized groups. West Valley College is a community of equity-minded educators who strive to be change agents. We are committed to providing education and access to opportunities that transform students' lives. WVC utilizes community college education to enact generational change and economic prosperity for those who are systemically disadvantaged in our local communities. As a faculty member at West Valley College, you will have access to numerous equity-centered professional development resources, such as the Fostering a Culture of Belonging Community of Practice, LGBTQ+ Inclusion Workshops, and online education and accessibility training. The college leadership intentionally builds teams, structures and environments that support faculty who themselves come from historically minoritized communities. West Valley College is part of the West Valley-Mission Community College District. Designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution, West Valley College enrolls over 15,000 students annually and is minutes away from the heart of the Silicon Valley in a beautiful park-like setting on 143 wooded acres. The student population represents diverse communities from the cities of Saratoga, Campbell, and Los Gatos. Detailed information about the student population, including data related to student success, can be found on the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Research webpage. The college is ranked number one in transfer in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area and number four in California out of 116 community colleges. The college is known for high quality academic and career education programs supported by talented faculty and dedicated classified professionals who bring an equity-minded approach to student success. Most recently West Valley College was recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 200 U.S. community colleges eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for community College Excellence. WVC inspires students to create a future for themselves so they can contribute to a world in need of their talents, drive, and enthusiasm. Centered on innovation, excellence, belonging, and inclusivity, the college was honored to receive the 2025-2028 FamilyU Seal for its service to parenting students. As a campus community, West Valley is committed to addressing inequities and injustices, both societal and institutional, and so recognizes that institutions of higher education have colluded, harmed, and remained complacent in upholding aspects of white supremacy, ableism, patriarchy, and other systems of oppression. The West Valley College community is committed to long-term equity, social justice, and racial justice work which will transform individuals, the institution, and the greater community. As a collective community, we embrace accountability and will act with courage, grace, and humility in fulfilling our commitment to learning and unlearning. Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply. Assignment This is a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track faculty position that begins in Fall 2026. Instructional assignments may include day and/or evening classes, Monday thru Saturday, as needed and rotate among the Court Reporting faculty. It is expected that over several semesters all levels of Court Reporting and Captioning offered at the college will be taught. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554).

Work location:

West Valley College, Saratoga, CA Salary and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Range:

$97,318 - $157,048 annually (10 months), based upon academic achievement, teaching and related experience (Academic Salary Schedule, Steps 1-9).

Benefits include:

Employer-contributed medical, dental and vision for employee, spouse and dependents. Employer paid long term disability for employee. Employer-provided life insurance. Sabbatical, Rejuvenation and Retraining Leaves. Banked leave provisions. Professional Growth and Development activities. 10 days sick leave accrued annually; personal necessity and catastrophic leave. Conference leaves. Opportunity for overload assignments. Cal STRS Retirement. Position is union affiliated Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience - Possess any one of the following: Any bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of related professional experience; OR Any associate degree AND six years of related professional experience; OR A valid California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline; OR The equivalent of the above; AND 2. Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualifications: At least two years teaching in a court reporting program The ability to teach StenEd Realtime stenographic theory The ability to teach voice writing or commitment to be trained to teach voice writing within two years of hire The ability to teach all levels of speed building The ability to teach several academic courses offered in the program Basic-to-intermediate computer-aided transcription software knowledge A commitment to the profession demonstrated by membership in professional organizations A California Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) license or a national court reporting certification in either stenographic machine writing or voice writing or demonstrated knowledge of "Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 16, § 2411 - Criteria for Recognition of Court Reporting Schools" The ability to develop/revise curriculum Knowledge and Abilities Not applicable Examples of Duties and Responsibilities Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following: Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation, in-class activities, evaluation of students' work, consultation with students outside of class (scheduling time beyond normal office hours if necessary), ensuring regular effective student contact for Distance Education courses, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught and other efforts related to the teaching of the assigned classes, and participate in the process of SLO assessment and evaluation and use the results of these assessments in the process of continuously improving student learning. Maintain accurate class and other records. Submit, when due, all necessary reports, such as attendance, grade reports, rosters, class and office schedules. File a syllabus for each course with the appropriate division offices. Post and maintain office hours each week. Provide each student with a current course syllabus as required by Title 5, which includes SLOs, classroom procedures, requirements and grading policies and provide a copy to the Division Office. Refer students to appropriate college resources. Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members' area of expertise. Assume institutional responsibilities, essential to the ongoing operation and effective achievement of department, division, college and district programs. Working Conditions Other Duties Physical Demands Applicant Information

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Supplemental application questions; (3) Resume; (4) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (5) Cover letter and/or reference list, if requested; and (6) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable. All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly. Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment. The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely. If you have a question that isn't covered in our FAQs, please contact us at careers@wvm.edu.

ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS

If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, then a copy of transcripts is required to be included with your application to verify the degree being awarded. If no transcripts are included or the transcript does not show a degree conferred AND degree conferred date, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements. Should the minimum qualifications state "any combination equivalent to," then additional relevant work experience may substitute for education. In this case, please upload a document stating such in the Required Transcripts document field. Degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education. Candidates with degrees earned outside of the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be submitted with this online application. If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store; then attach the electronic version of your transcript to this online application. Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents

WILL NOT

be accepted in lieu of transcripts. When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT encrypted, secured, or password-protected or they will be rejected by the system.

EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District's Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications for this position. Application(s) for equivalency are required if degrees are not in exact discipline required. The Equivalency Application is included in the online application as an

OPTIONAL

form to complete. ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if degree does not match discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications. List accurately and completely the courses taken that match requirements of the required degree. Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations. For assistance, contact:

Office of Human Resources, Attn:

Recruitment 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070

Phone:

(408) 741-2174

Fax:

(408) 741-2564

Email:

Careers@wvm.edu Selection Process

SELECTION PROCESS INFORMATION

After the deadline date, a committee will review and evaluate applications and supporting materials to select the applicants to be interviewed. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure the candidate an interview. All candidates will receive an e-notification to acknowledge receipt of their application materials. If not contacted within 3-6 weeks following the close of the recruitment, no suitable match was determined at this time. Travel expenses to attend first-level interview are the responsibility of the candidate. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated. The district may choose to re-advertise or indefinitely delay filling a position. Some positions may include first and second level interviews. The district reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants. Any tentative verbal offer of employment is contingent upon formal approval of the college Governing Board. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States. Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit official transcripts. The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

EEO STATEMENT

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Special Instructions to the Applicant Posting Detail Information Posting Number

FY22/23-322FT

Open Date 01/22/2026 Close Date 02/23/2026 Open Until Filled No Requisition Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Describe your teaching experience and your teaching style. In your answer, please address the methods and strategies you use in the classroom to enhance student learning and critical thinking, and to ensure that students remain engaged. (Open Ended Question)
• Which business or educational technology-based tools have you used effectively (business software, educational software, online course management systems)? (Open Ended Question)
• How do you support student success, particularly for students from historically underrepresented and marginalized communities?

(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter Transcripts Optional Documents Additional Transcripts Other Related Licenses or Certificates Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 1 Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 2 Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 3