Part-Time Economics Instructor; Online​/Hybrid

Opportunity Description

'26-'27 Part Time Faculty Pool
- Business and Accounting (South Seattle College)

'26-'27 Part Time Faculty Pool
- Business and Accounting (South Seattle College)

You are applying to a job pool that does not reflect current openings. If a position becomes available during the  academic year and you are selected for an interview, the college will contact you. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams.

As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

We are a district of three distinct colleges:
North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington. We are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

At South Seattle College, students explore supply and demand, inflation, taxes, employment, and more while learning how human behavior shapes the use of scarce resources. The Economics pathway meets Associate in Arts degree requirements and prepares students to transfer at the junior level to a four
¿ year university.

The Seattle Colleges are looking for innovative and dedicated faculty members who have a demonstrated commitment to working within a college community that is diverse and serves students from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds. Faculty will teach various levels Economics classes in a part-time capacity. Successful applicants will have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding in an urban environment.

Successful applicants may be invited to interview at South Seattle College. Specific teaching assignments will be dependent on the instructor's background, scheduling, and available courses.

Candidates should be willing to teach in a variety of formats such as in-class, hybrid, online and varied class times including days, evenings, and weekends according to program needs.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle.

The salary range for part-time faculty is (generally P1: A1- E7): $7,703 - $11,537.33 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter). Target start rate of pay is $7,703 - $8,912 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter) A1-C3.

• Provide high-quality instruction using effective teaching strategies that support diverse student populations and promote student learning.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive, timely feedback to support academic success.
• Ensure course materials are accessible to students in compliance with digital accessibility standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
• Utilize appropriate educational technologies and communication tools to support teaching, learning, and administrative responsibilities.
• Uphold the mission and values of Seattle Colleges by supporting student achievement and contributing to a positive learning environment.
• Maintain and submit required documentation such as course information, academic credentials, and professional references as part of the application and employment process.

• An understanding of the goals and role of the community college.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to teach multiple levels of on the topic of study.
• Master's Degree or PhD in the field or related field from an accredited institution. (Please read the position announcement carefully when applying for possible part-time teaching positions, to find those that best match your education and experience.)
• A demonstrated commitment to working within a college community that is diverse and serves students…