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The College Professional Development committee in consultation with the College administration will identify orientation, training, and workshop or professional development opportunities that are available for associate faculty compensation. A total of three (3) hours of compensation may be submitted for payment annually at Group 1, Step 1 of the Faculty Hourly Salary Schedule (Appendix B).

To facilitate associate faculty participation in discipline-directed assessment training, course level and/or program level assessment projects, the District will offer three (3) hours of compensation annually at Group 1, Step 1 of the Faculty Hourly Salary Schedule (Appendix B). Participating associate faculty will submit to their respective College Professional Development Committee a self-reflective narrative identifying the application of knowledge resulting from their participation in the three (3) hours of assessment related professional development activities. The results of an individual faculty member鈥檚 assessment shall not be used as a criterion of evaluation.

To facilitate associate faculty participation in equitable student access and success, the District will compensate each participating associate faculty member up to three (3) hours of equity-related professional development.

With these guidelines in mind, associate faculty can submit and be paid for: 3 hours of equity related professional development, 3 hours of general professional development, and 3 hours of assessment professional development on an annual basis.

After completing a professional development activity or assessment project, send the following information to FacultyDevelopment@rcc.edu.

• Name
• Department鈥檚 Name
• The length of the activity (specify in hours/minutes)
• Activity Name
• Activity Date
• If the activity was done outside of 东京热, please include evidence of your attendance, such as a registration confirmation or completion certificate.

For assessment hours, include the following:

• Date input into Improve/TracDat
• Course Assessed
• SLO # Assessed
• Total # of hours completed
• Self-Reflection or Summary of Activity (Attach if necessary)

Flex credit is awarded for time spent engaging in professional development in lieu of instruction. One hour of time spent on professional development equals one hour of Flex credit.

The Flexible Calendar (FLEX) Program allows faculty time to engage in professional development, instructional improvement, staff development, and related activities.

Flex days are designated days set aside in the academic calendar for professional development and training. These occur in lieu of instruction.

The official academic calendar lists the mandatory FLEX days at the start of fall and spring semesters. Typically, the Wednesday-Friday before Fall semester and the Friday before Spring semester. Refer to 东京热鈥檚 Academic Calendar for the current year鈥檚 dates.

Faculty record FLEX hours through the online FlexTrack system and submit proof of participation to the Faculty Development Office.

Contact the 东京热 Faculty Development Office or the Faculty Development Coordinator listed on the Faculty Development webpage.

facultydevelopment@rcc.edu

Full-time faculty must complete 24 hours of FLEX activities between July 1 and June 30 each academic year.

Of the 24 required hours, 8 must focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, or anti-racism-related professional development.

This training supports the district鈥檚 commitment to equitable student success and inclusive teaching practices, as outlined in the 东京热D Faculty Agreement.

Activities approved by the Faculty Development Committee are listed on the 东京热 Faculty Development site under 'Equity Criteria' qualify. When in doubt, consult the Faculty Development Coordinator.

Faculty may earn credit through approved activities such as conferences, workshops, research, course redesign, or assessment projects that enhance teaching and learning.

All FLEX documentation must be submitted no later than June 30 each academic year.

Flex credit may be earned anytime between July 1 and June 30, provided it does not conflict with contractual duties such as teaching or office hours.

Faculty presenters may earn additional FLEX credit (typically double credit for preparation and delivery).

Submit a proposal through the Faculty Development Committee using the official

Faculty on sabbatical or reduced load may have prorated or adjusted FLEX obligations. Confirm details with Human Resources or the Faculty Association.

Failure to complete FLEX hours may result in loss of good standing or payroll adjustment, per the Faculty Association Agreement.

Absences from mandatory FLEX days must be accounted for through leave time or approved make-up activities, in accordance with district policy.

You may appeal to the Faculty Development Committee with documentation showing how the activity meets approved FLEX criteria.

Submit an appeal to the Faculty Development Committee or Equity Subcommittee explaining how the activity supports equity or inclusion goals.

The faculty professional development plan outlines activities that align to the college鈥檚 strategic, guided pathways and student equity plans to help meet the college goals and objectives.