What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty - Post Baccalaureate Services for Health Professionals position at Shoreline Community College?
Job Summary
- Salary depends on education and experience
SCI 270 – Introduction to Social Determinants of Health (1 credit)
This seminar is for students who are part of Shoreline’s Post Baccalaureate Services for the Health Professions and who are preparing for medical school. These students have completed a bachelor’s degree and are at Shoreline Community College to take or retake pre-med courses. See additional information HERE
The focus of Science 270 will be on finding and navigating community resources and best practices to support patients and families through discussions, activities, and readings to understand the social factors that impact someone’s ability to receive healthcare and how to help. Students will learn about geographic, economic, and demographic barriers. Class materials from previous offerings are available to the new instructor to use.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution
- Experience in teaching in a higher education environment or experience teaching adults
Knowledge of:
- Microsoft Office programs
- Learning management systems, and other appropriate instructional technology
- Social Determinants of Health theory and practice
Skill in:
- Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of Post Baccalaureate Services for the Health Professions (courses are housed in “SCIENCE”)
- Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
- Effective teaching practices, including how to structure and support collaborative learning.
- Adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities
- Contributing to equity and inclusion by fostering a climate of multicultural appreciation and awareness
- Incorporating a variety of creative teaching methods to address different learning styles
- Effective oral/written communication with individuals at all levels inside and outside the College
- 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
Conditions of Employment
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 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 related degrees.
- Hiring of this position is contingent upon available funding as determined by the College President.
Required Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
- NEOGOV online application
- Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
- Current resume
- Transcripts (Official transcripts required upon hire)
Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged 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. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/non-discrimination.aspx.
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at hr@shoreline.edu.
In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Shoreline CC does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime exempt.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Faculty positions are represented by the American Federation of Teachers Local #1950.
Classified positions are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
