Part-Time Faculty Pool - Environmental Science

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.

Salary Range: $6,487 - $8,230 (40% load) per quarter, dependent upon education/experience

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Environmental Science combines information from biology, chemistry, physics, and geology, stressing a scientific approach towards understanding the nature and scope of current environmental issues, including environmental and climate justice.   The course that will be taught is the Introduction to Environmental Science (ENVS & 101). This position requires on-campus teaching with some options for virtual and hybrid teaching. 

The instructor will also conduct on-campus field trips to Boeing Creek watershed.

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 students. As such, candidate response to the supplemental question below will be the first criteria of consideration. 

You can’t check off every listed “knowledge of” or “skill in?” Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification – even if they might be a great fit for the role!

Required Education & Experience 

• Master’s degree in environmental science, conservation biology, environmental geology, environmental chemistry, or a closely related science from an accredited institution
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adults

Knowledge of

• Current applicable developments, research, and trends in the field
• Microsoft Office programs including Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Learning management systems and other appropriate instructional technology (ex. ctcLink, Canvas, Starfish, etc.)

Skill in

• Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of the environment and natural world
• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Experience with or willingness to gain experience with teaching and developing coursework online

• Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College
• Adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities

• Developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently
• Working and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

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/lab 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. 

To be considered for this position, please submit the following: 

• NEOGOV online application and supplemental question
• Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position 
• Current resume
• Unofficial transcript for highest related degree (official due upon hire)

Please Note:

• Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application
• If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email (or phone) to the contact information listed in your application (make sure to check spam/junk folders)

Salary : $6,487 - $8,230