Posting Number: 02564
Department: Communication and Social Sci

Job Summary/Basic Function:
We are thrilled to announce an opening for an associate faculty position for a history/social science instructor at Everett Community College's Ocean Research College Academy!

We are seeking candidates excited to join our team. Students enrolled at ORCA are all Running Start (Dual Credit for high school) students who enter the two year program as a cohort and work together with the same core instructors, earning the Associate of Arts and Sciences/Direct Transfer degree upon completion. Coursework is interdisciplinary and faculty work collaboratively to design rich educational experiences that meet DTA requirements and core learning outcomes in the social sciences. US history is a staple for these. Powerful teaching and learning includes high impact educational practices that include learning communities, undergraduate research, collaborative projects and writing intensive experiences.

The position will continue to enhance, create and revise course materials and deliver innovative lessons with embedded assessments. The successful candidate will incorporate data from student/colleague feedback to revise and improve instruction leading to student success, particularly for underserved and underrepresented students in STEM.

The teaching load is expected to be 6 sections (of 5 credits) during the academic calendar (Fall, Winter, Spring), with potential for more courses and hourly compensation for ORCA collaborative time (~5 hours/month). The salary is $5811 for each 5 credit course. Opportunities for additional courses may be offered to the successful candidate.




Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in history or related field
• Experience teaching US History and/or related coursework with relevant skills to do so effectively
• Demonstrated competence in college instruction
• Desire to join and contribute to the relationship-rich culture at ORCA
• Understanding of and desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting
• Ability to interact with other faculty in a collegial manner
• Demonstrated experience and classroom strategies for effectively instructing students from diverse backgrounds including differences in culture, heritage, ethnicity, age, gender sexual orientation, ability, class and religion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engaging and enthusiastic instructor
• Experience teaching and mentoring high school aged students
• Positive, affirming attitude when working with students
• Experience delivering high impact practices including cultivating active learning environments
• Collaborative capacity
• Experience in teaching social science courses in a college or high school setting

Physical Demands:
Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Work Hours: Varies

Posting Date: 05/01/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Join our ORCA team!
Please provide a cover letter that addresses your interest in the position and your preparation to meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.Provide a resume or CV.Provide one letter of recommendation.Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)Supplemental Questions:1. Provide a writing sample that explains your teaching philosophy and highlights a specific example of powerful student learning. What role did you play in this example?2. Briefly describe your experience in and/or classroom strategies for teaching students from diverse backgrounds, including differences in culture, heritage, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, class and religion.3. Passion for ones discipline is a common thread at ORCA. Highlight what makes you passionate about your subject matter.4. Describe your experience using a variety of different teaching modalities (such as group activities, discussion, written essays, hybrid learning or online learning) and how the structure of ORCA will facilitate different teaching modalities.

Everett Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or age. Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy
This position may be eligible for State of Washington Public Employee Benefits, including Medical/Vision, Dental, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance. Retirement options include the State Board Retirement Plan administered by TiAA and the State of Washington TRS retirement plan are administered by Dept. of Retirement Systems. Full details on how to qualify for benefits for Faculty positions.
Notice to ApplicantsPrior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
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Salary: $5,811 per five credit class (9 classes Fall-Spring)