Position Summary

The Seattle Colleges are looking for innovative and dedicated faculty members, who have a demonstrated commitment to working within a college community that is diverse and serves students from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds. Faculty will teach part-time in a wide range of sociology courses. Successful applicants will have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding in an urban environment.

Successful applicants may be invited to interview at one of the colleges in the Seattle Colleges District, North Seattle, Seattle Central, or South Seattle. Specific teaching assignments will be dependent on the instructor's background, scheduling, and available courses. Candidates should be willing to teach in a variety of formats such as in-class, hybrid, online and varied class times including days, evenings, and weekends according to program needs. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle. The salary range for part time faculty is $7,110.33 - $10,649.33 (P1: A1- E7). Target start rate of pay for this position is $7,110.33 - $8,226.33 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter)

Application Requirements

A complete application will include: An attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience Philosophy of teaching statement demonstrating a commitment to supporting diverse student learners (no more than one page) Unofficial transcripts (graduate school only) List of courses taught by college and year/quarter (Word file or Excel file) An attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position Contact information for three professional references Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Qualifications

Demonstrated ability and commitment to teach, for example, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to American Culture, Race and Ethnic Relations, Human Sexuality, Social Psychology, or Sex Roles and Society (depending upon the need of the institution). Master's Degree or PhD in the field or related field from an accredited institution, or workforce experience in the field or related field. (Please read the position announcement carefully when applying for possible part-time teaching positions, to find those that best match your education and experience.) Willingness to teach in multiple modes and times (e.g. online, hybrid, evening, weekends). A demonstrated commitment to working within a college community that is diverse and serves students from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds. Innovative teaching methods including the use of technology and collaborative learning. The ability to work collaboratively with others in a professional setting. An understanding of the goals and role of the community college.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform a range of physical motions, exerting up to 25 pounds; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Accommodation Statement

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants: the ability to operate office equipment, the ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials, and the ability to exchange information on the phone or in person.

EEO Statement