Shoreline Community College
Shoreline Community College is hiring: American Ethnic Studies Part-Time Faculty
Shoreline Community College, Seattle, WA, United States, 98133
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Shoreline Community College, WA
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty
Job Number: PTF-AES
Department: Social Sciences
Opening Date: 06/18/2024
Job Summary
Salary: $16,218 - $20,575 /quarter at 100% load, depending on experience/education Welcome! Learn More AND Video Tour Our Campus!
The American Ethnic Studies (AES) is a Pre-Major within the Equity & Social Justice (ESJ) Department, along with the Gender and Women's Studies Pre-Major. American Ethnic Studies includes African American Studies, American Indian Studies, Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, and Ethnomusicology. Students use the conceptual and comparative tools of history, political science and sociology to analyze lived experiences of diverse racial and ethnic peoples in the United States. Courses explore race, gender, social class, power and privilege. Students develop skills essential to promoting equity and justice in the U.S. and the world.
This position may require on-campus teaching with some options for virtual and hybrid teaching.
The Pre-Major seeks faculty who can teach one or more of the following courses:
Faculty at Shoreline will have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all studentsAs such, candidate response to the supplemental question below will be the first criteria of consideration.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
Knowledge of
Conditions of Employment
Physical Work Environment:
The College is currently in mixed (both in-person and online) operations, with the option for some assignments to be completed in an online environment based on program or area needs. For remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. For on-campus in-person instruction, work is usually performed in a classroom/office space that requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time. Faculty typically use computers and media equipment in the work environment.
Terms of Employment & Salary:
Required Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.
This posting gathers qualified applicants in the event that a position opens, or additional instructors are needed. There is no predetermined timeline for applicants to be reviewed and you will only be contacted in the event that a need arises.
Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged 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. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at .
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline CC does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPT, CLASSIFIED, AND FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
*See bottom for Part-Time Faculty Benefits Information
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
Health Insurance
Employee premiums for health insurance range depending on the plan and dependents covered.
Dental Insurance
Employees have three dental plans to choose from.
Life Insurance
Life Insurance overview:
Long-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance overview:
Retirement Plans
The Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) manages health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance. The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services administers Shoreline's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Spring and fall quarters are considered consecutive quarters for benefits eligibility. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time.
A part time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.
01
Have you taught introductory courses in American Ethnic Studies and/or African American Studies, AAPI Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, American Indian Studies, or similar content in related disciplines?
02
Do you have experience teaching college-level courses in various formats, including in-person, online, and hybrid?
03
Describe your experience and/or background with two or more of the following (max. 500 words): •Experience teaching/mentoring Black, Latinx and/or Asian Pacific Islander students in a higher education or other environment•Experience integrating culturally relevant and inclusive resources within assigned pedagogy•Experience addressing instructional barriers to educational success for marginalized students•Experience supporting diversity, equity, access and belonging in a higher education or other environment
Required Question
Location : Shoreline Community College, WA
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty
Job Number: PTF-AES
Department: Social Sciences
Opening Date: 06/18/2024
Job Summary
Salary: $16,218 - $20,575 /quarter at 100% load, depending on experience/education Welcome! Learn More AND Video Tour Our Campus!
The American Ethnic Studies (AES) is a Pre-Major within the Equity & Social Justice (ESJ) Department, along with the Gender and Women's Studies Pre-Major. American Ethnic Studies includes African American Studies, American Indian Studies, Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, and Ethnomusicology. Students use the conceptual and comparative tools of history, political science and sociology to analyze lived experiences of diverse racial and ethnic peoples in the United States. Courses explore race, gender, social class, power and privilege. Students develop skills essential to promoting equity and justice in the U.S. and the world.
This position may require on-campus teaching with some options for virtual and hybrid teaching.
The Pre-Major seeks faculty who can teach one or more of the following courses:
- AES 101: Power and Positionality
- AES 101H: Power and Positionality (Honors College)
- AES 102: Introduction to Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies
- AES 103: Introduction to African American Studies
- AES 104: Introduction to Chicanx/ Latinx Studies
- AES 105: Introduction to American Indian Studies
Faculty at Shoreline will have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all studentsAs such, candidate response to the supplemental question below will be the first criteria of consideration.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
- Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in Ethnic Studies or a discipline related to one of the AES courses offered
- Experience teaching courses in a higher education environment
- Experience teaching introductory courses in American Ethnic Studies and/or African American Studies, AAPI Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, American Indian Studies, or similar content in related disciplines
- Experience teaching courses in various formats, including entirely-online, partially-online, and minimally-online
Knowledge of
- Disciplinary knowledge of Critical Race Theory, American Ethnic Studies, and one or more fields related to American Ethnic Studies Pre-Major curricula (e.g., African American Studies, AAPI Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, American Indian Studies)
- Systemic obstacles affecting community college students
- Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems, and other appropriate instructional technology
- Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
- Teaching introductory American Ethnic Studies courses and concepts to first- and second-year college students
- Teaching students who are facing multiple and varied structural barriers
- Effective oral and written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College
- Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Conditions of Employment
Physical Work Environment:
The College is currently in mixed (both in-person and online) operations, with the option for some assignments to be completed in an online environment based on program or area needs. For remote (online) instruction, faculty will need to provide their own workspace and internet access, noting the College will provide technical equipment and support for online work needs. For on-campus in-person instruction, work is usually performed in a classroom/office space that requires standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time. Faculty typically use computers and media equipment in the work environment.
Terms of Employment & Salary:
- This is a part-time, non-tenured, quarter-to-quarter assignment.
- Salary placement is determined by the number of qualifying years of teaching/work experience combined with educational preparation.
- Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
Required Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
- NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question
- Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
- Current resume
- *Official transcripts required upon hire
Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.
This posting gathers qualified applicants in the event that a position opens, or additional instructors are needed. There is no predetermined timeline for applicants to be reviewed and you will only be contacted in the event that a need arises.
Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged 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. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit:
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at .
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline CC does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
ADMINISTRATIVE EXEMPT, CLASSIFIED, AND FULL-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
*See bottom for Part-Time Faculty Benefits Information
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional Flexible Medical Spending Account (FSA)
- Optional Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
- Optional SRA Tax Annuities
- Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
- Optional Home/Auto Insurance with Liberty Mutual
- Optional Credit Union participation
- Optional GET (Guaranteed Education Tuition) Program
- Tuition Waiver
- Various Professional Development & Wellness Programs
Health Insurance
Employee premiums for health insurance range depending on the plan and dependents covered.
- Two options for standard managed-care plans
- One value managed-care plan
- Three preferred provider options
- Two CDHP options
Dental Insurance
Employees have three dental plans to choose from.
- Two managed-care dental plan
- One preferred provider dental plan
Life Insurance
Life Insurance overview:
- $35,000 basic coverage and $5,000 accidental death and dismemberment coverage at no cost to the employee
- Optional coverage for spouse, children, supplemental, optional, and additional accidental death and dismemberment coverage - all at additional cost to the employee
Long-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance overview:
- Basic Coverage: 90 day waiting period, $240 per month maximum
- Optional Coverage: 90+ day waiting period, 60% of gross pay - tax free (retirement plan still continues)
Retirement Plans
- Public Employees Retirement System Plan 2 or Plan 3. Classified and civil service positions eligible to participate.
- Teacher's Retirement System (TRS) - Plan 3. Available for those who have been enrolled and vested in the past
- State Board Retirement Plan administered through TIAA-CREF - full time faculty and administrative/exempt positions eligible to participate.
The Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) manages health, dental, life, and long term disability insurance. The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services administers Shoreline's Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
PART-TIME FACULTY POSITIONS
A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Spring and fall quarters are considered consecutive quarters for benefits eligibility. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time.
A part time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.
01
Have you taught introductory courses in American Ethnic Studies and/or African American Studies, AAPI Studies, Chicanx/ Latinx Studies, American Indian Studies, or similar content in related disciplines?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have experience teaching college-level courses in various formats, including in-person, online, and hybrid?
- Yes
- No
03
Describe your experience and/or background with two or more of the following (max. 500 words): •Experience teaching/mentoring Black, Latinx and/or Asian Pacific Islander students in a higher education or other environment•Experience integrating culturally relevant and inclusive resources within assigned pedagogy•Experience addressing instructional barriers to educational success for marginalized students•Experience supporting diversity, equity, access and belonging in a higher education or other environment
Required Question