Meeting F​​requ​​ency 

The Faculty Professional Development Subcommittee meets generarlly twice a month, currently, on the first and third Wednesday during the academic year from 10:30am to 11:30a​​m, with some exceptions. Email Amberly Chamberlain​ for more information or join the Zoom meeting here.​​

The Faculty Professional Development Subcommittee maintains, upholds and supports the following goals of the Professional Development Committee: 

• ​​Inspires colleagues to grow professionally by building community and removing departmental barriers and silos including providing space and time for thoughtful discussion. 
• Provides training and opportunities to anticipate and meet the ever-changing needs of the  college’s students and community. 
• Collaborates with all college departments to support the development and implementation of Guided Pathways while increasing equity minded attitudes and practices. 
• Supports employees in their career and academic advancement. 
• Promotes an environment of learning, research, teamwork, communication and positive employee morale. 
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, local requirements and accrediting body, Professional Development policies and procedures. 
• Adheres to California Community College Chancellor’s Office guidelines for flexible calendar program. ​

Proc​​ed​​ures 

​​The Subcommittee meets to develop the agenda and provide ideas and feedback for the Professional Development Committee. ​The Subcommittee​ is facilitated by the Faculty Professional Development Coordinator. ​​

• ​2 Faculty Professional Development Coordinators (1 SAC, 1 SCE) 
• 1 Distance Education Faculty Coordinator 
• 10 – 12 Departmental Faculty Representatives from SAC and SCE campuses 

Members:

​The Faculty Professional Development Subcommittee supports the Professional Development Committee and works in conjunction with the: