Adjunct Faculty - Generic Application

Adjunct Instructors

Bellingham Technical College is establishing a pool of adjunct instructors for the academic year, to plan and teach courses in degree and certificate program areas such as:

• Advanced Manufacturing (Industrial Maintenance & Mechatronics, Instrumentation & Control; Machining; Process Technology, Welding)
• Bachelor of Applied Science courses
• Business & Computer Technology (Accounting, Associate in Business DTA/MRP, Computer Networking, Health Information Technology, Medical Administration, Medical Office Support, Office Assistant, Project Management)
• Culinary Arts/Pastry
• Engineering (Civil, Composites, Electronics, Geomatic Technology, Mechanical Design)
• Fisheries & Aquaculture Sciences
• Health & Nursing Sciences (Dental Assisting, Dental Hygiene, EMT/Paramedic, Nursing, Radiology Technology, Surgery Technology, Veterinary Technology)
• Industrial Technology (Electrician, HVAC & Refrigeration, Residential Home Inspection)
• Transportation & Mechanical Technology (Auto Collision, Automotive, Diesel)

Other General Education courses such as:

• English
• History
• Math
• Psychology
• Sciences (Biology, Chemistry)
• Spanish

Adjunct positions are part-time and quarterly. Employment is contingent upon adequate enrollment. Class load is generally between one and three classes each quarter (fall, winter, spring) and contingent on need. BTC is a premier higher education institution working to provide student-centered, high-quality professional technical education throughout Whatcom County and is the only technical college serving northwest Washington State. Bellingham rests in the scenic northwest corner of Washington State where the Cascade Mountains meet the Salish Sea. Bellingham Technical College is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and staff who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a successful and supportive learning environment for a diverse college student population with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Deans, Directors, and/or program leads, adjunct faculty will engage in a variety of learning support activities to:

• Prepare and teach courses during the times and dates specified by the academic schedule;
• Design, develop and assess curriculum;
• Provide a course syllabus for each class, every quarter;
• Provide timely and accurate assessment feedback to students;
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate students' progress;
• Maintain related student records, evaluations, and progress reports;
• Consult with other college faculty and staff on issues relevant to students success and retention;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional effectiveness and learning outcome measures related to courses;
• Follow disciplinary procedures as prescribed and deal consistently and fairly with all students;
• Adapt to changing teaching schedules and situations (on campus, online, hybrid, etc.) as required by program;
• Effectively use computer applications where appropriate, including learning management systems;
• Incorporate pedagogies that support best learning practices;
• Work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences;
• Demonstrate respect for others;
• Other related duties as assigned and required.

Essential Attributes:

• Collaborative work skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Commitment to interdisciplinary learning;
• Commitment to pluralism and the ability to work effectively in a diverse workplace and educational environment;
• High level of energy, creativity, and motivation to design and implement effective teaching and learning practices;
• Tolerance for ambiguity and change;
• Experience in facilitating the success of individuals representing a broad range of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and ability backgrounds;
• Experience with non-traditional teaching methods.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualification:

• Generally a Master's degree in subject area is required. For some disciplines, alternate credentials may be accepted. Areas listed in supplemental with an * require a Master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years teaching at the post-secondary level;
• Experience with course design;
• Experience with online and/or hybrid instruction;
• Experience or interest in the development of new STEM curriculum;
• Experience or interest in working closely with instructors from various technical fields to contextualize instruction.

Conditions of Employment:

Prior to final hire, a pre-employment background, including criminal history and signed declaration statement as it pertains to sexual misconduct per Washington State Law (RCW 28B.112.080) will be conducted. Employment is contingent on passing the background check and signed declaration per RCW 28b.112.080 satisfactory to the college. Information from the background check and declaration will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. This position has access to children under the age of 18.

Washington State law (RCW 28B.112.080) and Bellingham Technical College (BTC) policies and procedures prohibit BTC from hiring selected applicants* who do not complete and sign a sexual misconduct declaration prior to their start of employment. * Applicant is defined as those applying for employment as faculty, instructor, staff, advisor, counselor, and any position in which the applicant will likely have direct ongoing contact with students in a supervisory role or position of authority. Beginning on October 1, 2020, prior to final official offer of employment, BTC is required to ask applicants who are not already a BTC employee to sign a statement disclosing whether the applicant:

• Is the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment
• Is currently being investigated for sexual misconduct at any current employer
• Has left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at any current or past employers

For any positive response, the applicant is required to provide an explanation of the situation. Failure to provide complete and accurate information will result in disqualification from employment and withdrawal of any offer of employment. The sexual misconduct declaration authorizes the applicant's current and past employers to disclose to BTC any sexual misconduct committed by the applicant and make available to BTC copies of all documents in the previous employer's personnel, investigative, or other files relating to sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, by the applicant. The declaration releases the applicant's current and past employers, and employees acting on behalf of that employer, from any liability for providing the information in the sexual misconduct declaration. The hire will not be finalized until the completed and signed declaration is received.

Supplemental Information

Salary Statement: Adjunct salaries will be determined according to the current negotiated salary schedules. Effective July 1, 2025, A 5 credit (55 hour) per course compensation range is $3,851.10 to $4,795,45, depending on type of course. Courses range from 3-8 credits.

Benefits: The following benefits are in accordance with the Bellingham Education Association (BEA) and subject to change with each negotiated contract. Current BEA contract expires June 30, 2028. Benefits include paid sick leave. Sick leave is accrued based on their contracted FTEF multiplied by 7.5 hour for each month in active teaching status. In addition, if eligible, a 5% per hour more above the teaching rate doctoral stipend if teaching a five credit or more course (not paid on contract training, community or continuing ed courses); In addition, a 5% Longevity premium rate after teaching 1375 hours at BTC. Other benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a free counseling & referral program; potential flexible and/or remote schedules. No additional benefits.

However, adjunct faculty may be eligible for insurance benefits if they are employed at one or more Washington state public institutions of higher education for a combined total of at least 50 percent or more