Adjunct Faculty, Nursing Instructor

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Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its 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 its campus community. The College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

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Bellingham (population 95,960) is a strong educational hub located midway between Seattle, WA and Vancouver, B.C. The surrounding Whatcom County (population 226,850) offers farms, scenic wilderness, historic neighborhoods, and waterfront cities, making the area an attractive place for students and faculty. To learn more about Bellingham, visit http://.org

WCC invites applications for a part‑time adjunct instructor to teach nursing starting the winter quarter of 2026. Candidates should embody WCC’s core themes—success, community, equity, and effectiveness—and support an inclusive, engaging learning environment that encourages academic and personal growth.

Faculty members advance equitable student outcomes, participate in professional development, collaborate with colleagues, and engage in workshops and learning communities, fostering both professional growth and personal enrichment.

• Integrates diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout services and practices.
• Demonstrates content knowledge in the program or discipline.
• Uses student‑centered, inclusive pedagogy with innovative curriculum and teaching methods.
• Engages in collaborative communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Teach required courses incorporating evidence‑based practice to prepare students for the nursing workforce.
• Collaborate with college faculty and administrators to shape the future vision and scope of the nursing program.
• Remain current in the field and adapt courses to meet changing nursing job skills and qualifications.
• Develop and maintain contacts and knowledge of community organizations and employers.

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and nursing education program; 3+ years of relevant clinical experience; waiver available from the Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission.
• Current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Washington or ability to obtain license upon hire.
• Current acute‑care clinical experience to support student learning.

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field, or a bachelor’s degree with a master’s in health or education.
• Experience teaching nursing in a higher‑education setting with a student‑centered approach.
• Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating evidence‑based learning activities.
• Experience with team‑centered work groups and curriculum development.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, grow, and meet the needs of others.

• $12,975.00‑$21,213.00 to teach Nursing 172, Clinical and Lab, winter quarter (based on lab hours).
• Accrues a percentage of 7 hours (equivalent to workload percentage) per month of sick leave.

Winter quarter 2026, as soon as possible with the successful candidate.

Position open until filled; urgent applications recommended.

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

• Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant will meet the duties of the position.
• Values statement:
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