Physical Education Adjunct at InsideHigherEd

Description

Physical Education Adjunct

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of STEM

Olympic College is recruiting for adjunct faculty to teach courses in Physical Education. The college seeks to recruit engaging instructors who have experience successfully integrating students from varied age, cultural, racial, socio-economic and other diverse backgrounds in the classroom. Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice learning opportunities, and who employ data-informed decision making in their instruction.

Essential Functions

Teach college-level courses in accordance with the college catalog, schedule of classes, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines.

Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.

Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.

Maintain and provide accurate and complete course and student records in a professional and timely manner.

May include evening instruction.

Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty and staff.

Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Two years practical experience in Physical Education or a related field

Some courses may require specialized certifications

Desired Qualifications

College level teaching experience

Master’s degree in Physical Education or a closely related field from an accredited College or University

Successful Applicants Will:

Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience.

Utilize a variety of alternative teaching methods and modalities to engage and meet the educational needs of diverse student populations, including the use of technology in instruction to facilitate student success.

Incorporate the use of technology (i.e. Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (Web Enhanced, hybrid, and/or online).

Demonstrate a commitment to teaching diverse students with various education, age and language backgrounds.

Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.

Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, socio-economic, racial and other backgrounds as well as military veterans.

Demonstrate an understanding of accessibility and universal design and provide special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed.

Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.

Demonstrate ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment.

Additional Information

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.
This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire; Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

Olympic College Online Application

Resume

Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. Accommodation inquiries can be sent to: [email protected]. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.