Adjunct Bilingual - Instructor

Position: Adjunct Bilingual I-Best Instructor
Renton Technical College (RTC) is seeking a dedicated adjunct faculty member to support adult learners through the I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) model. This role involves co-teaching in professional-technical programs alongside content-area instructors, integrating basic skills instruction-such as reading, writing, math, and English language acquisition-into workforce training courses. Instruction is delivered in both English and Spanish to support bilingual students in achieving academic and career success.

The ideal candidate is committed to equity, trauma-informed pedagogy, and inclusive teaching practices that empower diverse learners. This is a part-time faculty position. Teaching assignments may vary by quarter and include face-to-face, online (synchronous/asynchronous), hybrid, and Flex modalities. Faculty will report directly to our Dean of College & Career Pathways.

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Renton Federation of Teachers (RFT) Employees Association, for additional information, please review the contract on our website. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as needs arise within each department. The Dean College & Career Pathways will evaluate applications periodically and contact candidates as adjunct positions become available.

Note that applications may be reviewed at any time while this posting remains active.

Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 80 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills.

Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.  

As an Achieving the Dream and an Aspen Institute top 10 finalist in Community College Excellence, RTC is also proud to be a Military Friendly School, serving those who chose to serve. Renton Technical College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its faculty and staff. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds and are over 60% of color.

We strongly encourage members of historically marginalized groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.

* Effectively teach the curriculum for assigned courses in Spanish, aligned with College & Career Pathways (CCP) and professional-technical program goals.

* Collaborate with professional-technical faculty to deliver integrated instruction that supports program outcomes.

* Provide contextualized support in reading, writing, math, and/or English language skills within professional-technical program curriculum.

* Develop and implement lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning styles and student needs.

* Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative assessments.

* Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and performance using college systems (e.g., Canvas, LACES).

* Participate in team meetings, professional development activities, and curriculum planning.

* Support students in setting and achieving academic and career goals.

* Foster an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment.

* Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing, with college employees, departments and outside agencies.

* Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

* Perform other related projects and assignments as assigned.

* Experience with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.

* Bachelor's degree in education, adult basic education, TESOL, or a closely related field. Master's degree is preferred.

* Written and spoken proficiency in Spanish and English is required.

* Experience teaching adult learners in basic skills, GED, ELA, or high school completion programs is preferred.

* Experience with I-Best, co-teaching models, competency-based instruction, and contextualized learning is preferred.

* Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification is preferred.

* Proficiency with Canvas LMS and LACES is preferred.

* Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Spanish.

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and foster an inclusive learning environment.

* Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and…