What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Economics Instructor(s) position at Yakima Valley College?
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Adjunct Economics Instructor
Part-Time, Non-Tenure
Salary:
$920 per Instructional Unit
Up to 10 IU's/Quarter
Yakima Valley College seeks innovative adjunct Economic Instructors committed to community college students and their success. This position is part-time, non-tenure track.
Reporting to the Dean – Arts and Sciences, the adjunct Economic Instructors will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a multicultural, interdisciplinary learning environment, and skilled in the technology of learning and research.
JOB PROFILE:- Responsible for facilitating student learning in economics, including but not limited to the following courses: Introduction to Economics (Econ 101), Microeconomics (Econ 201), and Macroeconomics (Econ 202).
- Provide classroom support for students with a variety of backgrounds and experience levels.
- Master's Degree in Economics or related field
- OR Master's degree in Business Administration with graduate-level course in Economics.
- Minimum of one year teaching experience at the college or university level.
- Experience developing curriculum.
- Experience with a variety of teaching modalities.
- Successful experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse populations.
- Commitment to the community college philosophy.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
- Supplemental Question: The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials. The statement is found in the supplemental question area of the application. Please respond (NO MORE than two pages in length) in the text box area provided or upload the document to your application as an attachment.
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Supplemental Information:
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates will be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Equal Opportunity - Yakima Valley College (yvcc.edu)
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Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Salary : $1,920,960
