'26-'27 Part Time Faculty Pool- Physics and Astronomy (South Seattle College)

About the role

The Seattle Colleges are seeking innovative and dedicated faculty members to teach Physics or Astronomy classes in a part-time capacity.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction using effective teaching strategies that support diverse student populations and promote student learning.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive, timely feedback to support academic success.
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
• Utilize appropriate educational technologies and communication tools to support teaching, learning, and administrative responsibilities.
• Maintain and submit required documentation such as course information, academic credentials, and professional references as part of the application and employment process.

Requirements

• A Master's Degree or PhD in the field or related field from an accredited institution.
• A demonstrated commitment to working within a diverse college community that serves students from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds.
• Innovative teaching methods including the use of technology and collaborative learning.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others in a professional setting.

Qualifications

• An understanding of the goals and role of the community college.
• The ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials.
• The ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students.
• The ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and communication tools.

Benefits

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle. The salary range for part-time faculty is (generally P1: A1- E7): $7,703 - $11,537.33 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter).

Pay

The target start rate of pay is $7,703 - $8,912 (for a 5-credit single-class workload per quarter) A1-C3.

Schedule

This position is part-time and the specific teaching assignments will be dependent on the instructor's background, scheduling, and available courses.