Part Time Faculty Pool - I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) Instructor

Position Summary

The I-BEST Instructor will co-teach part-time in one of our I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) programs. In partnership with professional-technical faculty, I-BEST instructors use a co-teaching model to develop and deliver curriculum to not only build students basic and academic skills but to promote their success in their chosen program and beyond.

This position requires a commitment to student-centered learning, cultural responsiveness, and collaboration with content area faculty. Candidates should be willing to teach in a variety of formats such as in-class, hybrid, online and varied class times including days, evenings, and/or weekends according to program needs.

Required Application Materials

• An attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience
• A philosophy of teaching statement demonstrating a commitment to supporting diverse student learners (no more than one page)
• Unofficial transcripts (graduate school only)
• List of courses taught by college and year/quarter (Word file or Excel file)
• An attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position
• Contact information for three professional references

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Office Setting

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
• Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
• Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying."

Background Check Statement

Prior to a new 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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.