Date of first consideration: June 1, 2020 (For Fall Quarter)
Salary: Depends on qualifications
Shoreline welcomes faculty with a vision of excellence in instruction and an ability to employ various formats and styles in support of successful student learning. Shoreline seeks faculty who can adapt to a variety of teaching situations and who have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding.
Instructors teach college-level courses to transfer and vocational students. They also contribute to the department’s efforts to improve student retention and success. Opportunities are available for teaching in learning communities, online, and in other non-traditional learning environments. In addition to teaching, this position may involve developing programs and curricula and participating in college governance, department/division, and other campus-related professional activities.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree in Political Science or related field
Experience teaching Political Science in a higher education environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems, and other appropriate instructional technology
Contributing to equity and inclusion by fostering a climate of multicultural awareness and appreciation
Imparting excitement/enthusiasm into teaching while infusing culturally pluralistic perspectives
Adapting to a variety of teaching situations and modifying curricula both independently and collaboratively
Using principles of assessment to improve quality of instruction and service to students
Communicating effectively in oral and written English in and out of the classroom
Interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Conditions of Employment
PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The College is currently in predominantly remote operations, with instructional work completed in a fully online environment during this time. Instructors will need to provide their own work space and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online instructional needs. When the College returns to on-campus operations, this position will perform work in a classroom/office space that requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time with instructors typically using computers and media equipment in the work environment.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY:
This is a part-time, non-tenured, quarter-to-quarter assignment. Salary is dependent upon the number of contact hours for this assignment as provided in the agreement with the Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers. Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
OTHER CONDITIONS:
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon offer of employment.
This position is overtime-exempt.
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
Required Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
Complete a NEOGOV online application / profile
Attach a resume
Attach an unofficial transcript(s) (documenting degrees earned and relevant coursework completed)
Cover letter explaining your qualifications
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant’ suitability for the positions.
Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.
- Community Standard Statement
“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly …”
- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Shoreline Community College is a place for students, employees, and the community to pursue excellence in education in an environment dedicated to equity, inclusiveness, and self-reflection. We value respectful, dynamic interactions and lively discussion. We strive to create an environment where everyone is supported and valued. Shoreline Community College does not tolerate hateful, violent, or discriminatory actions that target any person or group based on their beliefs, customs, identity, or affiliations. When one of us is diminished, all of us are diminished.
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