Geography Adjunct

About the role

This recruitment is to establish an applicant pool for future vacancies. Individuals will be contacted as vacancies occur.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach developmental and/or college-level Geography course(s)
• Provide high quality, enthusiastic instruction including related preparation and grading
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested
• Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms and records as required
• Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate evening instruction
• May include teaching at the Bremerton, Poulsbo, and Shelton Campuses
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Geography required. Related Master’s degree with substantial graduate-level Geography course work may be considered.
• Desired Qualifications: Successful experience teaching Geography at a College or University; Experience with Learning Management System software such as Canvas; Successful Applicants Will Effectively teach and communicate several areas within the field of geography; Demonstrate knowledge of alternative teaching methods, including the use of technology in instruction; Demonstrate knowledge of practical applications of Geography; Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in the classroom and with other professionals; Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team; Effectively work with individuals that are disadvantaged and disabled; Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socio-economic backgrounds; Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills; Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction; Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace; Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values; Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Geography required. Related Master’s degree with substantial graduate-level Geography course work may be considered.
• Desired Qualifications: Successful experience teaching Geography at a College or University; Experience with Learning Management System software such as Canvas; Successful Applicants Will Effectively teach and communicate several areas within the field of geography; Demonstrate knowledge of alternative teaching methods, including the use of technology in instruction; Demonstrate knowledge of practical applications of Geography; Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in the classroom and with other professionals; Collaborate successfully with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team; Effectively work with individuals that are disadvantaged and disabled; Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socio-economic backgrounds; Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills; Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction; Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace; Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values; Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgement.

Skills

• Computer skills including Microsoft applications

Benefits

The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.

• Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan;
• TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan,
• sick leave,
• Aflac,
• space available tuition waiver,
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• fitness center,
• reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

Pay

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Schedule

Part-time positions at the college are open, continuous, and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis.