We are thrilled to announce an opening for an associate faculty position for a history/social science instructor at Everett Community College's Ocean Research College Academy!

We are seeking candidates excited to join our team. Students enrolled at ORCA are all Running Start (Dual Credit for high school) students who enter the two year program as a cohort and work together with the same core instructors, earning the Associate of Arts and Sciences/Direct Transfer degree upon completion. Coursework is interdisciplinary and faculty work collaboratively to design rich educational experiences that meet DTA requirements and core learning outcomes in the social sciences. US history is a staple for these. Powerful teaching and learning includes high impact educational practices that include learning communities, undergraduate research, collaborative projects and writing intensive experiences.

The position will continue to enhance, create and revise course materials and deliver innovative lessons with embedded assessments. The successful candidate will incorporate data from student/colleague feedback to revise and improve instruction leading to student success, particularly for underserved and underrepresented students in STEM.

The teaching load is expected to be 6 sections (of 5 credits) during the academic calendar (Fall, Winter, Spring), with potential for more courses and hourly compensation for ORCA collaborative time (~5 hours/month). The salary is $5811 for each 5 credit course. Opportunities for additional courses may be offered to the successful candidate.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's Degree in history or related field

* Experience teaching US History and/or related coursework with relevant skills to do so effectively

* Demonstrated competence in college instruction

* Desire to join and contribute to the relationship-rich culture at ORCA

* Understanding of and desire to work in an interdisciplinary setting

* Ability to interact with other faculty in a collegial manner

* Demonstrated experience and classroom strategies for effectively instructing students from diverse backgrounds including differences in culture, heritage, ethnicity, age, gender sexual orientation, ability, class and religion.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Engaging and enthusiastic instructor

* Experience teaching and mentoring high school aged students

* Positive, affirming attitude when working with students

* Experience delivering high impact practices including cultivating active learning environments

* Collaborative capacity

* Experience in teaching social science courses in a college or high school setting

Physical Demands

Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

* Ability to operate office equipment

* Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials

* Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Work Hours:

Varies

Posting Date: 05/01/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants:

Join our ORCA team!

Please provide a cover letter that addresses your interest in the position and your preparation to meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.

Provide a resume or CV.

Provide one letter of recommendation.

Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)