Adjunct Professor - Communications

This position will begin Fall 2024 and continue as classes are available. Available sections will depend on a range of factors but will most likely be sections of CMST&210 Interpersonal Communication or CMST& 220 Introduction to Public Speaking and will typically be face-to-face, on campus.

Class meetings may be in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings, and may meet two or three times per week (M / W, T / Th, M / W / F).

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

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 12 bachelor's degrees, 42 associate degrees, and 70 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

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.

The college is seeking a qualified adjunct professor of Communication, primarily for teaching CMST&210 Interpersonal Communication and CMST&220 Introduction to Public Speaking.

There is the additional possibility of teaching CMST&240 Intercultural Communication, CMST 300 Professional Communication, and CMST 302 Mass Communication.

A full outline for these and other Communication courses can be accessed in the college’s online catalog course descriptions at catalog.LWTech.edu.

Responsibilities

Teach with a focus on the approved course learning outcomesPlan and develop a variety of instructional objectives and experiences appropriate to the program goalsDesign learning experiences for the unique characteristics of individual students through classes and feedback on student workIdentify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustmentsDevelop and teach lessons which foster and support equitable student learning and cultural diversityTeach productive and constructive study skills to studentsMaintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college requirementsPost the class syllabus using LWTech’s syllabus template, and post grades for student assignments via the online course system (Canvas)Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Communication or a closely related field2 years teaching experience required; college teaching experience preferredPrevious experience with an online course system (e.

g., Canvas, Blackboard, Sakai, Moodle) preferredExperience teaching fully online courses hybrid and / or synchronous - preferredTeaching experience with learning communities a plus, but not requiredExcellent written and verbal communication skillsMust have sensitivity and ability to successfully interact with diverse populationsCompensation 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 A ranges from $735.47 - $2,026.41

Step B ranges from $774.00 - $2,322.00

Step C ranges from $789.87 - $2,369.58

Step D ranges from $844.26 - $2,532.78

Step E ranges from $865.79 - $2,712.96

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!

Conditions of Employment

Official transcripts / certifications will be required upon employmentOther conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employmentJob offers are contingent upon successful completion of background / reference checksEligibility Verification If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.

S. citizenship or legal Authorization to work.Affirmative Action Statement Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer and 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 its programs and activities.

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