Adjunct Faculty - Parent Education Kirkland
Adjunct Faculty - Parent Education Kirkland
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USD 5000 - 5999
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SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Located just outside of Seattle WALake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949 and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers12 bachelors degrees42 associate degrees and70 professional certificatesin41 areas of study including STEMfocused programs in Science Technology Engineering and Math.
LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy Google Astronics and EvergreenHealth and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.Learn more about LWTechs Mission Vision Values and Core Themes
LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the Colleges commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity Diversity Inclusion Council please click on thelink.
Parttime Faculty Parent Education Lake Washington Toddler Group
Lake Washington Institute of Technology Start Date: Fall Quarter 2025
Temporary
Summary of Responsibilities: PartTime instructor for parent education classes in conjunction with cooperative toddler group lab for ages 03 years oldESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Plan and implement the childrens curriculum for the toddler lab 12 classes; days to be determined. We are looking for both an Outdoor Instructor and Indoor class Instructor
- Assume responsibility for set up/clean up of the toddler lab environment
- Plan and implement parent responsibilities in the toddler lab
- Plan Prepare and Teach evening and in class parent education sessions
- Attend and act as advisor to Boards monthly 2 hourevening meeting year round
- Plan and implement additional activities to fulfill 2 credit requirement per class
- Attend staff development meetings and inservices at the college
- Promote program at community events year round
- Be able to lift 40 pounds
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following: early childhood education family support or human development parent education or related field with extensive course work in such areas as child development
- 3 years min. teaching experience in early childhood education working with children
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent verbal listening and problemsolving skills
- Coursework in Early Childhood Education (or willingness to complete an Introduction to Early Childhood Education class within first year)
- CPR/First Aid Certification (be willing to obtain before first class)
Preferred Qualifications- Experience and/or education work in adult education (If the selected applicant does not have the necessary experience or training in adult ed. they must be willing to take specific course work at LWTech their first year of employment)
- 3 years recent parent education/cooperative preschool teaching
- Experience working with diverse families
- Prior participation through teaching or enrollment as a parent in a parent cooperative preschool affiliated with a community or technical college
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Application Procedure
- Interested applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest
- Complete an online application at LWTech
- From this group top Applicants will move on to be interviewed by the Board of Directors current teachers and Program Coordinator from LWTech
- Plan and share a childrens activity
- Submit lesson plans and handouts for 1 parent education class
Compensation
Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. The salary for part time faculty contracts shall be based upon the number of credits assigned the faculty member the type of class taught and the rates contained in the part time faculty salary schedule currently in effect and labeled Appendix B. A portion of the salary is paid by the college and a portion by the Board of Directors for Kirkland Coop; both are based on experience and education. Specific information can be obtained from the parent education coordinator: Kris Anderson:
Step 1 ranges from $738.38 $2335.13
Step 2 ranges from $819.15 $2457.46
Step 3 ranges from $835.95 $2507.85
Step 4 ranges from $893.51 $2680.54
Step 5 ranges from $916.30 $2748.90
Step 6 ranges from $957.08 $2871.24
Benefits
Once parttime faculty have worked 50 fulltime or more for two consecutive quarters(with LWTech or combined with other community/technical colleges)Medical Dental Vision Life Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day (Prorated based on of FTE) effective upon employment. Employees have access to bereavement leave employee assistance program free tuition 50 of FT or more for two consecutive quarters) reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center reduced Bus Fare professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech please visit:lwtech/about/humanresources/benefits/
Required Online Application Materials- Online application
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Link to current portfolio
- Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Conditions of Employment- Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
- Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
- Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing walking sitting for long periods of time kneeling squatting and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.
Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:- Ability to operate office equipment
- Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
- Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person
Eligibility Verification
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability age religion sexual orientation gender identity gender expression creed disabled veteran status marital status or Vietnamera veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the Colleges Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park VicePresidentof Human Resources Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator.
Jeanne Clery Statement
Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998 and as a part of the Colleges commitment to safety and security on campus Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues the required statistics and other related information for the past three 3 calendar years. LWTechs Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech/about/campussafety/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in theEast Buildingatnd Avenue NE Kirkland WA 98034.
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers. By law postsecondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Employment Type
Temp
