Chemistry Associate Faculty

Title:

Chemistry Associate Faculty

Salary: $19,015/quarter at 100% course load*

Department:
Chemistry

Reports To:

Associate Dean of Natural Sciences

Position Number:
Instructional Associate Faculty

This position is eligible for hybrid work location, per Everett Community College’s Telework Policy.

Courses vary in credits/load. For example, one 5 credit lecture course would be 33.33% course load, or $6,338.42/quarter.

Please review Appendix D (page 68) of the AFT Contract for full salary information.

Additional compensation may be available for courses that meet high wage / high demand criteria.

Chemistry emphasizes the study of matter - its properties, composition and the transformations it undergoes – while building strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Students gain experience with the scientific process, research methods and effective communication of scientific results. Chemistry courses prepare students for transfer into four‑year degrees in chemistry, biochemistry, pre‑medicine and related fields through a strong foundation in theory and hands‑on laboratory experience.

Coursework emphasizes conceptual understanding, data analysis, and the application of chemistry to real‑world challenges such as developing new materials, advancing medicine and creating sustainable solutions to real‑world problems.

• CHEM& 121:
  Introduction to Chemistry
• CHEM& 161:
  General Chemistry w/ Lab I
• CHEM& 261:
  Organic Chemistry w/ Lab I

• Foster an equitable, anti‑racist, and culturally inclusive learning environment and demonstrate an awareness of the experiences and needs of the current student population.
• Develop curriculum, prepare, modify and deliver teaching/learning activities designed to maximize student learning and foster inclusive excellence.
• Teach courses in accordance with the course record, course syllabus, approved student learning objectives, and quarterly course schedules. Design and/or deliver course assignments, learning activities and assessments that enable students to meet the course’s stated learning outcomes.
• Develop a current course syllabus using the College’s inclusive syllabus template and submit it to the Instruction Office prior to the start of the quarter.
• At the course level, assess student work using appropriate methodologies that promote further learning; at the department or program level, disaggregate, review and assess student learning outcomes with the goal of continuous improvement and reduction of opportunity gaps.
• Complete summative evaluations of student work during the College’s scheduled finals week; submit final grades by the designated deadline.
• Create and maintain department and student records in accordance with college policies and procedures.
• Refer students to college services, community agencies and other professionals as appropriate.
• Establish, post, and maintain regularly scheduled office hours for consultation with students.

• Stay current in relevant best practices, emerging topics, and research.

• Complete annual trainings as required by state and federal law and the College as identified by the College. Associate Faculty will be compensated for trainings required by the College.
• Maintain certification and/or licensure required by the College in the performance of the faculty member’s assignment.

• By mutual agreement, compensation may be available for participation in the following:
• Opening week activities, meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Faculty forum.
• Annual graduation ceremony in June.
• Serving on committees.
• Department, division and college meetings and be involved in department, division and college matters.
• Maintain regular office hours for consultation with students.
• Advise students in their course selections, programs, and pathways.

• The leadership of the College has the right to assign faculty duties to faculty members.
• Faculty may be assigned non‑faculty duties including, but not limited to, administrative functions, leadership of college initiatives, or other specially assigned duties.