What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty - Business Administration (F) position at Shoreline Community College?
Position Summary
Date of First Consideration: 12/14/2025
The Business Administration Department at Shoreline College offers a broad range of academic and professional-technical programs, including Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, and Business Intelligence & Data Analytics (BIDA). Our curriculum includes rigorous university-transfer courses as well as applied workforce programs designed in collaboration with industry partners.
We serve a diverse student population that includes first-generation students, international students, running-start students, professional-technical students, career changers, and working adults. Faculty in our department are committed to excellence in teaching, culturally responsive pedagogy, and supporting student success pathways across multiple program areas.
Part-Time Business Administration instructors may be assigned to teach in-person, hybrid, or online courses. While some online or hybrid teaching may be available, this position requires the ability to provide high-quality, interactive, Regular and Substantive Instruction (RSI) consistent with college and accreditation standards.
Courses
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or closely related business field such as Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Information Science, Operations, Supply Chain, or Business/Data Analytics
- Experience teaching in higher education or training/teaching adults in a professional setting.
- Current trends, practices, and emerging developments in the business field, informed by industry experience and applied workplace contexts
- Core business technologies, including Microsoft Office applications such as Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Learning management systems and instructional tools (for example, Canvas, Panopto, ctcLink, Starfish), or a willingness to learn these platforms
- Effective online and hybrid teaching methods, including Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI) and other student-centered strategies
- Bringing real-world industry experience into the teaching of Business Administration
- Creating engaging, student-centered learning experiences that connect theory to workplace application
- Fostering an inclusive, equitable learning environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds and abilities
- Adapting instructional approaches for in-person, hybrid, and online settings
- Developing or modifying curriculum both independently and collaboratively to align with industry standards and program needs
- Communicating clearly and working effectively with colleagues, staff, students, and community or industry partners
Conditions of Employment
Terms of Employment & Salary
- This is a part-time, non-tenured, quarter-to-quarter assignment.
- Salary placement is determined by the number of qualifying years of teaching/work experience combined with education.
- Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
Required Materials
- NEOGOV online application and supplemental questions
- Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
- Current resume
- Unofficial transcript for highest related degree (OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT DUE UPON HIRE)
Please Note:
- Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application
- If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email to the address listed in your application (be sure to check spam/junk folders)
Other Conditions:
Shoreline College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline College does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
Salary : $18,085 - $20,575