Adjunct Faculty POOL- Political Science; Academic Year

Position Summary

Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) is seeking to develop applicant pools for adjunct faculty to teach course offerings throughout the  academic year. This part-time, temporary adjunct faculty position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to assist adult students in achieving educational goals across campuses and online.

Department:
Arts & Sciences | Job Number:  POLS |

Location:

Walla Walla, WA | Job Type: Part Time.

The position is open continuously, and the current pool remains in effect through June 30, 2026.

Facilitate student learning through preparation and delivery of course materials, provide timely and meaningful feedback on assignments and exams, assign final grades, and connect students to campus resources and support services.

• Teach assigned classes at the scheduled time and place
• Demonstrate professional skills appropriate to the teaching assignment
• Provide each student with a comprehensive syllabus at the beginning of the quarter
• Provide clear explanations, assignments, and directions
• Conduct appropriate and frequent evaluations of student performance and give feedback so students are aware of their progress throughout the quarter
• Assign and submit grades based on the results of evaluations and the college grading policy
• Maintain student records and grades in the College's LMS
• Post and be available for a minimum of one office hour each week that is reasonable for student access
• Maintain course outlines and syllabi to reflect program curriculum
• Review and recommend program textbooks, materials, and technology
• Utilize available technology appropriate to the assignment

• Student success teaching strategies
• Outcomes-based learning
• Assessment
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Digital and information literacy
• Commitment to continuing education, learning, and improvement in the discipline or program of expertise

Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered at the discretion of the college.

For remote work, applicants must reside in WA, OR, , CA, IL, PA, or TX.

• Master's Degree in Political Science or a closely related credential may substitute at the discretion of the college.
• Demonstrated proficiency teaching at the college-level (two years minimum); experience as a teaching assistant or adjunct instructor may count toward the requirement.

• Doctoral Degree in Political Science or a closely related field
• Experience teaching at a community college
• Experience using instructional technology to support student learning, including LMS, digital whiteboards, and Zoom
• Experience teaching in a variety of modalities, including in‑person, hybrid, blended, and online
• Experience working with and relating to persons from varied cultural, ethnic, gender, age, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds

You don't check every qualification listed? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that traditionally marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification - even if they might be a great fit for the role! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider applying.

This is a part-time instruction assignment contingent on enrollment and located at the Walla Walla Campus with the possibility of virtual options. Persons hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of lawful employment to work in the United States within three days of employment and provide transcripts. WWCC participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Candidates may be subject to a criminal history background check as a condition for consideration of employment.

The college is a tobacco‑free institution. Walla Walla Community College requires all employees to participate in direct deposit for payment of salary.

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