World History Adjunct

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

In-Person Teaching

• This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur. *
  
  

Olympic College is specifically recruiting adjunct faculty to teach the World Civilization sequence (HIST& 126, 127, and 128). Candidates must be available to teach in person on the Bremerton campus. Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice learning opportunities, and who employ data-informed decision-making in their instruction.

Part-time 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 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. Candidates who are only available to teach online will not be considered.

• Teach in-person classes on the Bremerton campus, and distance classes as needed.
• Teach college-level courses in accordance with the 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.
• Punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
• Teach in-person classes on the Bremerton campus, and distance classes as needed.
• 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 o students and complete forms as required.
• May include evening instruction and/or instruction at satellite campuses.
• Punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in History from an accredited College or University
• Previous teaching experience.
• Instructors should have the ability to teach World Civilization courses (HIST& 126, 127, 128).
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience.
  
  

Successful Applicants Will

• Effectively teach and impart excitement and enthusiasm in teaching courses.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as experienced students desiring to further their careers.
• Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds as well as military veterans.
• Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities.
• Communicate effectively and collegially, both orally and in writing, in the classroom, and with other professionals to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as a part of an educational team.
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including the use of learning management systems.
• Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
  
  

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.

Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.

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 initialhire. 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.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.
  
  

How To Apply

Required

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.
  
  

EEO Statement

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. Accommodation inquiries can be sent to: HRticket@olympic.edu. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.