College Success Adjunct Faculty
Olympic College

Job Info

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Description

College Success AdjunctSalary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5 credit classClassification: Adjunct FacultyReports to: Dean of Library, Tutor, and College Success
Olympic College is continuously recruiting for adjunct faculty to teach courses in the College Success discipline. College Success offers a series of courses based on curricula that primarily address the academic and self-management skills that are necessary for student success. The foundational College Success 110 course provides an introduction to the Olympic College community, resources, and skills necessary for student success. Topics include goal setting, college resources, personal empowerment, career and academic planning, time management, study skills, and financial literacy.Essential Functions

Teach the course(s) in accordance with college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines.

Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.

Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.

Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.

May include evening instruction and/or instruction at satellite campuses.

May be asked to teach in-person, hybrid, and/or online courses.

Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Desired Qualifications

College-level teaching experience.

Successful Applicants will

Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience.

Utilize a variety of alternative teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet the educational needs of diverse student populations, including the use of technology in instruction to facilitate student success.

Incorporate the use of technology (i.e. Learning Management Systems such as Canvas and/or Web-Enhanced) to support instruction.

Demonstrate a commitment to teaching diverse students with various education, age, and language backgrounds.

Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

Foster a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation.

Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, socio-economic, racial, and other backgrounds as well as military veterans.

Demonstrate an understanding of accessibility and universal design and provide special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed.

Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.

Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire, Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows. Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here. Conditions of Employment Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee. How To Apply To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.
EEO Statement Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: HRTicket@olympic.edu; 360-475-7300. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

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