Chemistry Adjunct Instructor

Summary:

Bring chemistry to life for students pursuing meaningful, in-demand careers. In this role, you'll design and teach engaging chemistry coursework, support student success through hands-on instruction and timely feedback, and collaborate with a diverse, mission-driven academic community. If you're passionate about teaching, innovation, and making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary: $5,754- $6,713.63 (66-77 hours; $87.19 per hour) per course Position

Duties and Responsibilities:

A Chemistry Instructor will develop and teach coursework and curriculum that comprise the department's degrees

* Plan and teach Chemistry courses during the term as specified by the academic schedule

* Use instructional technology, including learning management systems and other hybrid methods to deliver coursework

* Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students

* Plan, supervise, and evaluate students' progress

* Hold office hours

* Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports

* Provide course syllabus for each class

* Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students' success and retention

* Work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences

* Demonstrate respect for others

* Participate in departmental meetings and activities  

* Contribute to college-wide goals and activities

* Demonstrate a strong commitment to Bellingham Technical College's Mission

* Perform other duties as assigned

About Bellingham Technical College:

BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high quality professional technical education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. The College is uniquely positioned to offer exceptional training and educational opportunities to area residents and employers. Founded in 1957 as Bellingham Vocational Institute, it has continued to offer high-quality education in a supportive, student-first environment.

BTC has been serving its region with workforce education degrees and certificates to approximately 6,000 students per year. The college provides professional technical programs and courses, adult basic education, English Language Acquisition programs, academic courses, community education, a few direct transfer degree opportunities, and two Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees. BTC works closely with regional employers and other partners to develop programs and train students to fill regional workforce demands and support economic development.

BTC is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming campus that supports diversity, promotes a sense of community, provides an effective work and learning environment, and encourages respect for individuals. As an Equal Opportunity employer, BTC values diversity and aims to recruit employees that reflect the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse student and employee population with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Required Skills/Abilities:

* Ability to work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, staff and a community who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicities, and educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds

* Ability to troubleshoot and maintain program systems and equipment

* Excellent oral and written communication skills    

* Excellent interpersonal and teambuilding skills

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Ability to work independently and on a variable schedule

Minimum Qualifications:

* Completion of master's degree in chemistry or other closely related Chemistry discipline, OR Master's degree in Education, Teaching, or related field AND 24 upper division credits in Chemistry.

* Prior to final hire, a pre-employment background, including criminal history and signed declaration statement as it pertains to sexual…