Physical Education Adjunct

Description

Physical Education Adjunct

Salary: $1,000 per credit*

Classification:
Adjunct Faculty

Reports to:

Dean of STEM

Olympic College is recruiting adjunct faculty to teach courses in Physical Education. The college seeks engaging instructors with experience successfully integrating students from varied backgrounds in the classroom. We value student‑centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity and social justice, and data‑informed instruction.

• Teach college‑level courses according to the catalog, schedule, outlines, syllabi, and departmental guidelines.
• Provide quality teaching including related preparation and grading.
• Provide class syllabi to students and the division office as requested.
• Maintain accurate course and student records professionally and timely.
• May include evening instruction.
• Maintain clear and punctual communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

• Two years practical experience in Physical Education or a related field.
• Some courses may require specialized certifications.

• College level teaching experience.
• Master’s degree in Physical Education or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• Impart excitement and enthusiasm towards course content and the educational experience.
• Utilize a variety of alternative teaching methods and modalities to engage diverse student populations, including technology.
• Incorporate technology (e.g., Learning Management Systems) to support instruction (Web Enhanced, hybrid, and/or online).
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching diverse students with varied educational, age, and language backgrounds.
• Show appreciation of diversity and benefits of cultural awareness in the workplace.
• Foster a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation.
• Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of cultural, geographic, socio‑economic, racial, and other backgrounds including military veterans.
• Understand accessibility and universal design and provide special accommodations via course materials and classroom activities as needed.
• Display effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
• Commit to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning‑centered climate.
• Demonstrate ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

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 Human Resources within 30 days of employment.

Final salary contract will be determined based on qualifications and credits.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted quarterly. Placement on the salary schedule will be commensurate with background. The salary listed is a quarterly amount. The position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required for evening, weekend, satellite, and off‑campus assignments.

Adjunct positions are open continuously and reviewed quarterly. Applicants are active for 12 months from application; they may be contacted when vacancies occur. Application does not guarantee availability.

Adjuncts must work 50% of a full‑time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible for benefits. Hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count toward this requirement. Benefits available after meeting eligibility include Deferred Compensation Program (DRS), TIAA supplemental retirement savings, sick leave, Aflac, tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced childcare rates, and priority consideration.

Background check, including criminal record, will be conducted. Results will not necessarily preclude employment but will inform suitability. Candidates must complete a Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.

Employees must reside in Washington State…