Adjunct Faculty, Engineering Instructor

About The College

Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution that serves 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72‑acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.

WCC offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in‑person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population. The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. WCC is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

Bellingham, home to 95,960 people, is midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C., and is known for its outdoor activities. The surrounding Whatcom County, with a population of 226,850, features farms, scenic wilderness, galleries, theaters, kayaking, hiking, snowboarding, and more. Visit bellingham.org for more information.

WCC invites applications for a part‑time, Adjunct Faculty, Engineering Instructor position to teach the Engineering Spring Quarter 2026. Additional opportunities may become available in 2026‑2027.

• A master’s degree in engineering or a closely related field.

• Experience and/or preparation for teaching calculus‑based Electric Circuits (analog) with a laboratory component.
• Commitment to excellence and quality in learner‑centered instruction.
• Experience with a learning management system.
• Active contribution to a work and learning environment that embraces diversity and uses diverse perspectives to enhance the attainment of the College’s mission and vision.
• Willingness to meet with current engineering faculty to discuss class materials and resources, lab equipment, and/or teaching strategies.

• $9,886.00 per class for the Spring Quarter 2026.

• Accrues a percentage of 7 hours (equal to the percentage of workload) per month of sick leave. (e.g., 50% quarterly employment contract x 7 hrs for full‑time = 3.5 hrs per month for that quarter.)

• Spring Quarter 2026. April 7th, 2026 is the first day of the quarter.

• For guaranteed consideration, application packets should be received by Friday, January 9th, 2026. The position is open until filled.

A completed application consists of an online application and the following documents:

• Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
• Diversity statement demonstrating a commitment to pluralism and the ability to support a diverse workplace and educational environment.
• Current resume or CV.
• Unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees; official transcripts required prior to the official start date.
• List of three recent professional references with contact information.

Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional‑technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.

Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education.

We transform lives through education by supporting student growth, respecting student investment, embracing diversity, promoting excellence, and creating opportunities.

Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. WCC provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs and activities.

WCC requires all finalists for positions to complete a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct, and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. For non‑discrimination policy inquiries, contact the Executive Director for Human Resources at 360‑383‑3400. For Title IX compliance, contact the Title IX Coordinator at 360‑383‑3400.

WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access and Disability Services Office at 360‑383‑3080; VP 360‑255‑7182. Whatcom Community College is a smoke‑free/drug‑free environment.