Part Time Faculty Electronics Department

Position Summary

The Seattle Colleges are looking for innovative and dedicated faculty members who have a demonstrated commitment to working within a college community that is diverse and serves students from a broad spectrum of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds.Successful applicants will have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding in an urban environment.

Successful applicants may be invited to interview at North Seattle College. Specific teaching assignments will be dependent on the instructor's background, scheduling, and available courses.

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 weekends according to program needs. Teaching format will depend on the course, and instructor availability is taken into consideration.

We invite applications from adjunct faculty candidates with expertise in the following electronics specialties: Please specify on the application your interest area.

• Soldering
• Aviation Electronics
• Fiber Optics (FOA)
• Applied Math
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics
• Applied Physics
• A+ Certification
• Robotics (Arduino C, FANUC)
• DC
• AC
• Solid State
• Analog
• Digital
• PLCS (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Motor Controls and Drives
• Energy Generation, Conversion
• Metrology
• Biomedical Equipment
• Marine Electronics

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle.

Application Procedures:

• An attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience
• An attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position
• Contact information for three professional references

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

What you will be working on:

• Provide high-quality instruction using effective teaching strategies that support diverse student populations and promote student learning.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive, timely feedback to support academic success.
• Ensure course materials are accessible to students in compliance with digital accessibility standards.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance instructional skills and stay current in the field.
• Engage in collaborative work with colleagues, including participation in departmental and college-wide meetings, committees, and initiatives.
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
• Utilize appropriate educational technologies and communication tools to support teaching, learning, and administrative responsibilities.
• Uphold the mission and values of Seattle Colleges by supporting student achievement and contributing to a positive learning environment.

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.

What you bring as a candidate:

Required:

• Associate Degree or equivalent training in Electronics Technology or related field
• Experience teaching or training
• Evidence of collaborative work within an organization
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and the ability to work effectively with populations of diverse backgrounds and life experiences as outlined in your attached diversity statement
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using Office software when appropriate

Preferred:

• Two years of work experience in the field of electronics
• Experience with avionics, advanced manufacturing, healthcare technology management/biomedical equipment technology, mechatronics, industrial power, or IT-controlled electronics
• Relevant industry recognized certifications and credentials
• Successful teaching experience in higher education
• Experience developing curriculum and program development in a variety of formats, including online, hybrid and face-to-face
• Experience assessing course work or training and student/participant achievement
• Experience working in a cooperative environment and collaborating with industry organizations and/or employers

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 .

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, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, 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 accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the 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 cyberbullying

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the .

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