Political Science Adjunct Faculty

Political Science Adjunct Faculty

Salary: $1,000 per credit
* Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Social Science and Humanities (SSH)
Reports to: Dean of SSH

Olympic College is recruiting an adjunct faculty to join the faculty and staff team in the Social Sciences (Survey Course) & Humanities Division. The position will be part-time Political Science faculty, teaching primarily Intro to Political Science and American Government as well as other common‑course numbered POLS& classes. This position requires in‑person instruction with 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.

• Master's degree in Political Science or a directly related area from an accredited college or university
• Teaching experience
• Must be available to teach during the day

• PhD in Political Science
• College teaching experience

• Deliver instructional course content with excitement and enthusiasm.
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction 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 careers.
• 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 Political Science trends, especially with regard to theories and changing terminology.
• Support diversity in higher education through the application of culturally responsive teaching pedagogies and the use of diverse resources/voices, as well as by contributing through actions.
• Foster a climate of multicultural 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 to maintain effective and positive working relationships.
• Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including the use of the College‑approved learning management system.
• Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

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…