American Ethnic & Gender Studies Adjunct

American Ethnic & Gender Studies Adjunct Faculty

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Supervisor: Dean for Social Science & Humanities

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

As a comprehensive community college, we offer instruction in Basic Studies, which includes awarding a high school diploma, GED preparation, and English to Speakers of Other Languages; academic transfer and workforce education degrees and certificates; and four applied baccalaureate degrees. Additionally, we provide community education throughout our two‑county region.

Olympic College is continuously recruiting for adjunct faculty to teach courses in American Ethnic & Gender Studies (AEGS) and to join the faculty and staff team in the Social Sciences & Humanities Division. The position will be part‑time faculty, teaching primarily Intro to Asian American as well as other AEGS classes when needed. This position requires in‑person instruction with a daytime availability between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:15 PM and evenings as required from 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM.

• Teach evening, distance, and in‑person classes on the Poulsbo, Shelton, and Bremerton campuses when requested.
• Provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record keeping.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested.
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities to meet those needs.
• Punctually communicate with students, faculty, staff and administrators.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

• Deliver instructional course content with excitement and enthusiasm.
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction, including Ethnic Studies and Indigenous Studies pedagogy, to ensure student success.
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career.
• Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural and socio‑economic backgrounds as well as military veterans.
• Demonstrate ability to remain current in Ethnic and Gender Studies, especially with regard to theories and pedagogy.
• Support diversity in higher education through application of culturally responsive teaching pedagogies and the use of diverse resources/voice, as well as by contributing through actions.
• Foster a climate of multi‑cultural understanding and appreciation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered climate.
• Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals for effective and positive working relationships.
• Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
• Incorporate technology in the delivery of course content and services, including use of the College‑approved learning management system.
• Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

• Master's degree in Ethnic Studies, Gender Studies, African American Studies, Black Studies, Africana Studies, Latino/x Studies, La Raza Studies, Chicano/x Studies, Asian American Studies, Native American Studies, American Indian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Oceania and Pacific Islander Studies, or directly related area from an accredited college or university.
• Teaching experience.
• Must be available to teach during the day.

• Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, Indigenous Studies, Gender Studies or related field.
• College teaching experience.

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