Adjunct Faculty POOL- CDL Instructor Clarkston; Academic Year

Adjunct Faculty POOL- CDL Instructor Clarkston  Academic Year)

Walla Walla Community College

Salary: See Position Description
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number:  CDL CLK
Location: Clarkston, WA
Department: VPI/INSTRUCTION OFFICE
Closing: Continuous

Join our team to help inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services.

Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) seeks to develop applicant pools for adjunct faculty to teach course offerings throughout the academic year
. WWCC offers opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach courses at all of our campuses:
Walla Walla, Clarkston, Washington State Penitentiary, Coyote Ridge Corrections Center, as well as online/remotely. Part-time/temporary adjunct faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. WWCC offers a wide range of opportunities in extended learning, dual-credit alternative high school, workplace learning, outreach learning, and personal enrichment programs. WWCC accepts applications for adjunct faculty positions on a continuous basis, though it does not necessarily imply that there are immediate openings.

Applicants who meet the required minimum qualifications and submit a complete application with all required components will become part of the standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit materials at any time. Candidates who are qualified to teach multiple disciplines are encouraged to apply to each discipline's adjunct pool postings to ensure their application is considered.

Applications will be reviewed months prior to the start of each quarter.

• Fall 2025:
  September 22 - December 10
• Winter 2026:
  January 5 - March 19
• Spring 2026:
  April 1 - June 12
• Summer 2026:
  July 6 - mid August

The current pool remains in effect until June 30, 2026. If selected, you will be contacted directly; otherwise, your completed application will remain in the pool.

• Pedagogy centered on student success.
• Commitment to serve the mission of the two-year college.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Desire to invest time and energy in professional growth and interdisciplinary pursuits.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Adjunct faculty are expected to follow all applicable college policies and safety procedures while fulfilling instructional responsibilities.

• Prepare and teach College-approved Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) courses in alignment with Washington State and Federal standards.
• Deliver instruction and hands‑on training in areas such as pre‑trip inspection, backing maneuvers, shifting procedures, coupling/uncoupling, and safe driving practices.
• Monitor student performance during on‑road and lab instruction, ensuring safe vehicle operation at all times.
• Evaluate student progress, provide timely feedback, and assign final grades.
• Communicate course expectations clearly to students with varying skill levels.
• Utilize instructional tools and technology appropriate to course delivery.
• Maintain accurate records related to student performance and course outcomes.
• Be available to students for consultation related to coursework, as appropriate.

• Implement and practice diverse teaching and learning strategies.
• Design curriculum, assignments, and projects that align with course and college-wide learning outcomes.
• Develop student knowledge and mastery through consistent, timely formative and summative assessment.
• Design learning opportunities that recognize student diversity and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Ensure students have technological and digital literacy skills needed for success.
• Engage in continuous professional growth and participate in activities that promote the College's community and mission.

• Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license and five years of experience driving with a CDL Class A License…