Physics Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Falls Community College

Physics Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Falls Community College

Salary

$35.42 - $75.36 Hourly

Location

Spokane, WA

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Department

SFCC Physical Science Engineer

Job Number

20223227

Closing

Continuous

Description

Benefits

Questions

DESCRIPTION

$35.42 - $75.36 per hour based on workload category.

Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement

CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce. We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff. Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.

SFCC is a beautiful campus located in the inland Pacific Northwest, on the ancestral home of the Spokane Tribe, near the Spokane River. Our campus is not far from the urban center of Spokane, a mid-sized city with a high quality of life and quick access to the outdoors. More information about living and working in Spokane available at:

https: // greaterspokane.org/relocation-guide

https: // www. spokaneteachinghealth.org/life/

SFCC is one of two accredited community colleges that comprise the Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS). In addition to serving the urban and suburban population in greater Spokane, including students from Fairchild Airforce Base, CCS provides educational services to rural communities throughout our 12,302 square-mile region in Eastern Washington, including students from the Spokane and other Eastern Washington tribes.

Serving about 6,000 students, SFCC endeavors to be an educational leader and a responsive partner with the community and region to provide access to relevant programs of the highest quality. We offer a large liberal arts/transfer program (approximately 70% of total enrollment) as well as state-of-the-art professional technical programs (approximately 30%). As reflected in our mission statement, we strive to “embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster global awareness” at every level of our college.

Applications will be forwarded to the hiring official as they are received and accepted until the need is filled.

SFCC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Adjunct Physics Instructor in the Computing, Math and Science Division. At SFCC, physics courses support majors and non-majors in topics including classical physics, electricity and magnetism, wave motion, optics, thermodynamics, and fluids.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares for and instructs, through traditional classroom and distance education modes, introductory level laboratory and non-laboratory transfer courses in Physics; assignments will primarily include in person classes and may include evening and/or weekend classes;

Provides availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility or other effective means of responsive and timely communication;

Communicates expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means, to include but not limited to developing course syllabi, handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student progress and provides clear, timely feedback;

Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; follows established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid requirements, safety and health issues and related administrative processes;

Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions;

Complies with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements;

Support and advance the CCS strategic plan, and perform all related duties as required;

COMPETENCIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications):

An earned Master's degree in Physics from an accredited institution OR a Bachelor's degree in Physics from an accredited institution and a Master's degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.

A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals, objectives and strategic plan of CCS.

The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution, and community and technical college system.

Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (Desirable Qualifications):

Teaching experience in Physics, including laboratory exercises

Experience in online and hybrid course formats.

CONDITIONS/TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is an adjunct (part-time) position. Compensation will be pro-rated according to the amount of workload assigned. CCS reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE), which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. Membership is optional.

CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug- free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

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. Once an applicant is chosen for an interview, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

CCS online application.

Cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position.

Comprehensive resume.

Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

College transcript(s) - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.

NOTE: All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at [email protected]

Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Chief Administration Officer, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., PO Box 6000, MS 1004, Spokane WA 99217-6000 or call 509-434-5037; WA Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.

Native Land Acknowledgement

We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe. We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation and the Kalispel Tribe. The CCS Pullman Center operates on the WSU campus and is located on the ancestral homelands of the Palus people and on the ceded lands of the Nimíipuu (Nez Perce) Tribe.

We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands. We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.

Adjunct Faculty : Adjunct faculty must work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only). Once determined to be eligible, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the beginning of the quarter. Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

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Have you earned a master's degree in Physics from an accredited institution or a bachelor's degree in Physics from an accredited institution and a master's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?

Yes

No

Required Question

Agency

Community Colleges of Spokane

Address

 CCS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:

501 N Riverpoint Blvd, Suite 125 Spokane, Washington, 99217

Phone

 509-434-5040

Website

 https:// ccs.spokane.edu