Philosophy Adjunct

Description Philosophy Adjunct Salary: $1,000* per credit hour

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Interim Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

Olympic College is continuously recruiting adjunct faculty to teach courses in Philosophy. Continuous recruitment listings are for potential future needs and do not necessarily reflect a current open position. Applicants received in response to these listings will be considered when an actual need is identified.

Part-time positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Essential Functions

• Teach the course(s) by college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines;
• Provide quality teaching 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 as required;
• May require evening instruction;
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Philosophy or closely related field required.
• Instructors should be qualified to teach one or more of the following courses: Introduction to Philosophy, Introduction to Western Religions, Introductions to Eastern Religions, and Introduction to Logic.
• College teaching experience preferred.

Successful Applicants will

• Effectively teach and impart excitement and enthusiasm in teaching courses;
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career;
• Utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success;
• Teach and contribute through actions or in any other way to the college’s diversity;
• Function as a team player;
• Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation;
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals;
• Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of services;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment, to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

Final salary contracts will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire; Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. 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 for on-site childcare based on space availability.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hiring, 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 be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

Required To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment, including but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Elizabeth Mohney, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 538, 360-473-2848. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Olympic College Human Resources 1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 – 5th Floor Bremerton, WA 98337 https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic N/A

01

Do you have a Master's degree in Philosophy?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have experience using Canvas Learning Management Software?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have teaching experience?

• None
• Yes, Non College Level
• Yes College Level
• Required Question