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Adjunct Faculty - Generic Application

Employer
Bellingham Technical College
Location
Bellingham, Washington, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 14, 2021

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Sector
Academic / Research
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Project Management
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Description

Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified. Please reach out to the HR Office at hr@btc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.

Bellingham Technical College is establishing a pool of adjunct instructors for the 2021-2022 academic year, to plan and teach courses in degree and certificate program areas such as:
  • Advanced Manufacturing (Industrial Maintenance & Mechatronics, Instrumentation & Control; Machining; Process Technology, Welding)
  • Bachelor of Applied Science courses
  • Business & Computer Technology (Accounting, Administrative Assistant, Associate in Business DTA/MRP, Computer Networking, Health Information Technology, Legal Administrative Assistant, Medical Coding & Billing, Medical Reception Office Assistant, Project Management, Receptionist)
  • Culinary Arts/Pastry
  • Engineering (Civil, Composites, Electronics, Geomatic Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Design)
  • Fisheries & Aquaculture Sciences
  • Heath & Nursing Sciences (Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, EMT, Nursing, Radiology Technology, Surgery Technology, Veterinary Technology)
  • Industrial Technology (Electrician, HVAC & Refrigeration, Residential Home Inspection)
  • Transportation & Mechanical Technology (Auto Collision, Automotive, Diesel)

Other General Education courses such as:
  • English
  • History
  • Math
  • Spanish

Adjunct positions are part-time and quarterly.Employment is contingent upon adequate enrollment. Class load is generally between one and three classes each quarter (fall, winter, spring) andcontingent on need. Position Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Deans, Associate Deans, and/or program leads, adjunct faculty will engage in a variety of learning support activities to:
  • Prepare and teach courses during the times and dates specified by the academic schedule;
  • Design, develop and assess curriculum;
  • Provide a course syllabus for each class, every quarter;
  • Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students;
  • Plan, supervise, and evaluate students' progress;
  • Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports;
  • Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students success and retention;
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional effectiveness and learning outcome measures related to courses;
  • Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students;
  • Adapt to changing teaching schedules and situations (on campus, online, hybrid, etc.) as required by program;
  • Effectively use computer applications where appropriate, including learning management systems;
  • Incorporate pedagogies that support best learning practices;
  • Work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences;
  • Demonstrate respect for others;
  • Other related duties as assigned and required.

Essential Attributes:
  • Collaborative work skills;
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills;
  • Commitment to interdisciplinary learning;
  • Commitment to pluralism and the ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace and educational environment;
  • High level of energy, creativity, and motivation to design and implement effective teaching and learning practices;
  • Tolerance for ambiguity and change;
  • Experience in facilitating the success of individuals representing a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds;
  • Experience with non-traditional teaching methods.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualification:
  • Generally aMaster's degree in subject area is required. For some disciplines, alternate credentials may be accepted. Areas listed in supplemental with an * require a Master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Two years teaching at the post-secondary level;
  • Experience with course design;
  • Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction;
  • Experience or interest in the development of new STEM curriculum;
  • Experience or interest in working closely with instructors from various technical fields to contextualize instruction.

Condition of Employment: Sexual Misconduct Declaration:Washington State law (RCW 28B.112.080) and Bellingham Technical College (BTC) policies and procedures prohibit BTC from hiring selected applicants who do not complete and sign a sexual misconduct declaration prior to their start of employment. Applicant is defined as those applying for employment as faculty, instructor, staff, advisor, counselor, and any position in which the applicant will likely have direct ongoing contact with students in a supervisory role or position of authority.

Beginning on October 1, 2020, prior to final official offer of employment, BTC is required to ask applicants who are not already a BTC employee to sign a statement disclosing whether the applicant:
  • Is the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment
  • Is currently being investigated for sexual misconduct at any current employer
  • Has left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at any current or past employers

For any positive response, the applicant is required to provide an explanation of the situation. Failure to provide complete and accurate information will result in disqualification from employment and withdrawal of any offer of employment.

The sexual misconduct declaration authorizes the applicant's current and past employers to disclose to BTC any sexual misconduct committed by the applicant and make available to BTC copies of all documents in the previous employer's personnel, investigative, or other files relating to sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, by the applicant. The declaration releases the applicant's current and past employers, and employees acting on behalf of that employer, from any liability for providing the information in the sexual misconduct declaration. The hire will not be finalized until the completed and signed declaration is received.

Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified. Please reach out to the HR Office at hr@btc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation. Supplemental Information

Salary Statement:

Adjunct salaries will be determined according to the current negotiated salary schedules. No additional benefits. Effective September 1, 2021, A 5 credit (55 hour) per course compensation range is $3,067.35 to $3,820.30, depending on type of course. Courses range from 3-8 credits.

Application Procedures and Deadline:

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online at www.btc.edu/jobs. Applications will be reviewed as received and/or as needed during the 2021-2022 academic year. You will be contacted if selected for an interview. More information about Bellingham Technical College is at www.btc.edu.

Required Online Application Materials: (Prefer Word or PDF file for attachments)
  • Completed BTC Online Employment Application & Supplemental Questions;
  • Attach current resume or Vitae;
  • Attach unofficial transcripts that document qualifications for area of interest;Official transcripts documenting required qualifications will be required upon hire, but not as part of the application process).

PLEASE NOTE: BTC has moved services and instruction online to create social distancing and help slow the spread of COVID-19. This is both a directive of Governor Inslee and the right thing to do to keep students and our community healthy.

Until further notice, interviews are conducted via phone or video conferencing (Zoom). If you are asked to come to campus for in-person interviews, BTC masking and social distancing protocols will be in place.

BTC is followingCDC and Washington State Department of Health (DOH) guidance regarding masking and social distancing. Additional BTC updates and resources.

Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) state employees must be fully vaccinated no later than October 18, 2021. Your vaccine status will be verified. Please reach out to the HR Office at hr@btc.edu if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.

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