Adjunct Faculty - Visiting Artist Job at Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Kirkland, WA

Job Type : Adjunct

Job Number : Adjunct_Visiting Artist

Department : Instruction

Divison : Humanities General Education

Opening Date : 01 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers , , and in , including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the .

The college is seeking an adjunct professor and visiting artist for spring quarter 2025 (March 31 through June 11). This position will co-teach ART 430 Undoing Erasure in Art History.

Course Description : This important class serves two key roles in preparing students to join the global art world. Students will tabulate significant advancements in art history, especially as it applies to commercial art and illustration. During this tabulation of art history, artists who have been historically unrepresented or underrepresented will be distinguished and their impact on contemporary art audited.

C ourse Outcomes : Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to :

• Highlight significant art movements and schools across the globe

Discern the obvious and public participants and beneficiaries associated with historical art movements

Contrast artists and communities underrepresented or not represented in historic art movements

Judge how to add historical context to specific art movements and increase representation

Balance narrowly represented art styles with broader cultural art styles from a contemporary time period

In addition to teaching, this position will collaborate with other art faculty to provide presentations, demonstrations, and student consultations in other art classes.

Teaching will occur in a fully online class and will include sharing of teaching materials, interaction with students in online discussion boards, feedback on assignments, etc. Visiting artist hours may occur in the morning, afternoon, and / or evening and are typically on campus. Fifty (50) hours will be contracted in total, with additional payment for curriculum development with the co-teacher. The college hires adjunct faculty on a quarter-by-quarter basis, dependent on class schedule and enrollment. If you're selected for an interview, a college representative will contact you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Co-teach to the learning outcomes of the approved curriculum

In partnership with co-teacher :

Use effective teaching practices to promote equitable student learning

Apply transparency in teaching and learning to class policies, materials, and assessments

Facilitate an inclusive class culture

Use current college learning management systems and integrate best practices in online learning

Develop and teach lessons which foster and support equitable student learning and cultural diversity

Teach productive and constructive study skills to students

Develop classroom and lab procedures in conformance with identified policies and procedures

Maintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college requirements

Post the class syllabus and students' grades via the online course system (Canvas)

Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students

Consult with student artists about their work

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience teaching art formally or informally preferred

Due to the content being taught and the intent of the course, we encourage BIPOC applicants

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must have sensitivity and ability to successfully interact with diverse populations

Due to the diversity of the college population, we encourage applicants who are multilingual

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Compensation Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. The salary for part time faculty contracts shall be based upon the number of credits assigned the faculty member, the type of class taught, and the rates contained in the part time faculty salary schedule currently in effect and labeled Appendix B.

Step 1 ranges from $738.38 - $2,335.13

Step 2 ranges from $819.15 - $2,457.46

Step 3 ranges from $835.95 - $2,507.85

Step 4 ranges from $893.51 - $2,680.54

Step 5 ranges from $916.30 - $2,748.90

Step 6 ranges from $957.08 - $2,871.24

Benefits Once part-time faculty have worked 50% full-time or more for two consecutive quarters(with LWTech or combined with other community / technical colleges), Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day (Prorated based on % of FTE) effective upon employment. Employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition ( 50% of FT or more for two consecutive quarters), reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit :

Required Online Application Materials

Current resume

Cover letter

Link to current portfolio

Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process

Conditions of Employment

Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background / reference checks

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation

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

Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials

Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility Verification If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office / Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report : In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech's Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

A part time faculty member becomes eligible for benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half time or more of in-class teaching 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.Sick leave accrues at 1 day (Prorated based on % of FTE) per month. Employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition (50% of FT or more for two consecutive quarters), reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit :

LWTech is committed to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes students, staff and faculty from all backgrounds and levels of educational attainment. In 500 words or less, please describe what previous actions you have taken to promote anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how would you see yourself continuing that work at LWTech?

Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation?

Acknowledgement of required application materials. An LWTech application packet must contain a resume, cover letter. and current art portfolio . Please ensure your application is complete and that you attach your resume and letter before moving forward with this submission.

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