Part-Time Pool - Early Childhood & Family Studies Instructor

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
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.

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.

Position Summary

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 part-time in a wide range of political science courses. 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 one of the colleges in the Seattle Colleges District, North Seattle, Seattle Central, or South Seattle. 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 $7,110.33 - $10,649.33 (P1: A1- E7). Target start rate of pay for this position is $7,110.33 - $8,226.33 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter)

Application Procedures:

* An attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience

* Philosophy of teaching statement demonstrating a commitment to supporting diverse student learners (no more than one page)

* Unofficial transcripts (graduate school only)

* List of courses taught by college and year/quarter (Word file or Excel file)

* An attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position

* Contact information for three professional references

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:

Please note that 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.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

What you will be working on:

* Develop the course syllabus following departmental guidelines and in accordance with the master course outline (MCO), and submit syllabus to the division office at the start of each quarter

* Teach classes as assigned for the ECFS program in face-to-face classroom settings and/or online using the CANVAS learning management system

* Prepare for and provide quality teaching that includes planning & preparation, instructional practice, and grading

* Maintain accurate records of students

* Be available to students and respond to questions and concerns as needed.

* Perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities, college policies, division policies and department policies

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.

What you bring as a candidate:

* Master's degree in education, Child & Family Studies, Play/Art/Expressive Therapy, Human Development, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

* Background and understanding of whole child development, and culturally responsive teaching/learning

* Depending on the course assigned to teach, a minimum of three years of full-time professional experience,
1) working directly with children and/or families in a formal early childhood education setting, K-3 environments, or in out-of-school…