Skilled Trades Preparation Instructor Adjunct Spokane Community College

Location:Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department:SCC Adult Education/GED

Open continuous.

Starting salary for this position is: $42.05 - $89.48 per hour based on workload category.

This is an adjunct (part-time) position. Compensation will be pro-rated according to the amount of workload assigned. Spokane Colleges reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE) which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. Membership is optional.

About Us

The Adult Basic Education Division seeks a qualified adjunct instructor to join our student-centered division committed to educational access equity and student partnership with SCCs Apprenticeship Department we are looking for an instructor to teach the following content:

• Construction math
• Career exploration within the construction trades
• Application resume portfolio development
• Construction trades soft skills
• Financial literacy basics

Additionally the instructor will facilitate guest speakers with apprenticeship partners and coordinate external trainings provided by the partners.

This position which begins Fall 2026 is an in person teaching assignment primarily day time with the option of evening and alternate hours for non-instructional duties as needed.

Applications will be forwarded to the hiring official as they are received and accepted until the need is filled.

About theSkilled Trades Preparation Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares for and instructs courses in the disciplines offered within Adult Basic Education specifically with the Skilled Trades Preparation program.
• Assesses monitors and documents student performance and attendance and advises students in meeting their educational goals by evaluating student progress and providing clear and timely feedback
• Communicates expectations and establishes clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means to include but not limited to developing course syllabi handouts and materials supporting the instructional process.
• Complies withstate and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities. Follows established procedures in areas such as printing submitting gradesattendance reporting BEdA (Basic Education for Adults) reporting office support safety and health issues and related administrative processes.
• Models professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions.
• Create lesson plans instructional materials and assessments aligned with the program outcomes.
• Foster a safe inclusive and supportive classroom environment for diverse learners including students with various educational backgrounds.
• Participate in program meetings advisory input and continuous improvement efforts.
• Complies with district policy procedures and directives state and federal regulations orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
• Teaching experience
• Ability to use technology for instruction purposes

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the apprenticeship system
• Experience teaching math to various levels of learners
• Ability to build strong partnerships with apprenticeship programs

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B addition the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.

Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the an applicant is chosen for a position they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

Adjunct faculty must work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full-time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only). Once determined to be eligible benefits begin on the first day of the month following the beginning of the quarter. Medical dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information

Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References the names addresses and phone numbers of three professional references.
  
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.
  

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact HR at .

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin citizenship or immigration status age sex pregnancy or related conditions sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status genetic information disability veteran or military status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Spokane Colleges complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 the Americans with Disabilities Act and Washington state nondiscrimination laws.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access Title IX ADA equal opportunity compliance and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000 MS1004
Spokane WA. 99217-6000
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