Job Details

Grossmont/Cuyamaca Community College District

Social Work Faculty, Tenure Track

Position Number: 6783830
Location: El Cajon, CA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Social Work

Social Work Faculty, Tenure Track

R-02534
San Diego County - Cuyamaca College

Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.

The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.

The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.

Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!

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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.

Department: Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Months worked out of the year: 10 months

FTE: 1.00

Starting Salary Range:
$70,559 (Class II, Step 6) - $97,415 (VII, Step 10) Annually for an 11-month contract

Start Date: August 2026

Job Description

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Cuyamaca College seeks talented and dedicated candidates to apply for our faculty positions who share our strategic vision focused on student success, social justice, equity, and anti-racism. We especially seek candidates with a high level of cultural competence and who have successfully taught and mentored students from a variety of backgrounds.

Situated on a tree-studded, 165-acre oasis, Cuyamaca College is among the most picturesque campuses in beautiful San Diego County. Built in 1978, the college is home to a remarkably diverse community and is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Cuyamaca College is proud to be recognized for its equity-minded and innovative approaches that facilitate clear educational and career pathways for our students. For more information about Cuyamaca College, please visit: https://www.cuyamaca.edu/

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Cuyamaca College seeks a collaborative, student-centered, and equity-minded professional with the passion and ability to advance the College's mission, vision, and values and who has an understanding and commitment to the community college philosophy. We are looking for an instructor who can improve the social work program, create social work curriculum, and develop cooperative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

Faculty participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of educational programs and activities that will facilitate learning, support the college curriculum, and participate in campus and district professional activities, including committee membership, staff development, and collegial meetings. Faculty are expected to perform other duties consistent with those stated in the faculty job description as stated in the faculty contract.

Please note: In addition to the minimum qualifications below, we enthusiastically welcome candidates with a master's degree in social work regardless of undergraduate degree to apply using the equivalency determination form in addition to all other application materials.

Applicants with questions about the equivalency requirements may email D-HR-Jobs@gcccd.edu.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Master's in sociology

OR Bachelor's in sociology AND Master's in anthropology, any ethnic studies, social work or psychology

OR the equivalent

If you are applying based on "the equivalent," you will need to complete an Equivalency Determination Form. This form MUST be submitted as part of the application procedures.

Click here for EQUIVALENCY INSTRUCTIONS and the EQUIVALENCY DETERMINATION FORM.

Applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to, and an understanding of, the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds including those who are differently abled, and the diverse gender identity/sexual orientations of students.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching a comprehensive Social Work curriculum.
The ability to design and teach curricula responsive to the needs and interests of historically underrepresented students.
The ability to work effectively with and mentor historically underrepresented and first-generation college students.
The ability to teach effectively using multi-modal approaches (including teaching online and in-person) and equity-minded, student-centered practices.
The ability to collaborate with faculty and/or community leaders in programs and initiatives such as Puente and Umoja that are specifically designed to help historically underrepresented students achieve their educational goals.
Evidence of a strong commitment to remaining current in the discipline of Social Work.
The ability to work closely and collaboratively with students and colleagues in support of a positive, productive, and professional academic environment.
The commitment and ability to actively participate in the college community (e.g., departmental and campus events, shared governance, committee participation).
Effective oral and written communication skills.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS - Candidates will also be evaluated for qualifications in the following:

The ability to manage student internship placements and maintain relationships with internship sites.
The ability to contribute to the mission and strategic plan of the college.
The ability to take a leadership role in the growth and development of the Social Work program, including grant management in collaboration with the Department Chair and Dean's office.
Experience or willingness to teach online or hybrid classes in addition to in-person courses.

Additional Information

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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.

The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.

The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Center for Water Studies programs.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at D-HR-jobs@gcccd.edu or call 619-644-7572 during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00).