Part-Time Counseling Faculty

Opportunity Description


NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: You are applying to a job pool that does not reflect current openings. If a position becomes available during the 2025- 2026 academic year and you are selected for an interview, the college will contact you.

We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers, which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington. We are leaders in change and innovation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including, committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Position Summary
Part-time faculty will teach Human Development Course 101 (HDC 101): Orientation to College. Successful applicants may be invited to an interview at North Seattle College. Specific teaching schedules and modalities will be dependent on the instructor's background, scheduling, and available courses. This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Seattle and is subject to union shop provisions.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT.

The salary range for part time faculty is $7,110.33 - $10,649.33 (P1: A1- E7) (For a 5- credit single-class workload per quarter)

Credits for this course may vary, and the pay range will be adjusted accordingly.

Application Procedures:

• An attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience
• List of courses taught by college and year/quarter (Word file or Excel file)
• An attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position
• Contact information for three professional references

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visa

What you will be working on:

• Demonstrate ability and commitment to teach Human Development Course (HDC 101) that is embedded in a First Year Experience (FYE) Program.
  Participate in opportunities for collaborative curriculum adaptation.
• Complete institutional progress surveys, utilize Starfish retention tools, and proactively outreach to students in order to encourage engagement and success.
• Attend human development course training and participate in FYE teaching community.
• Follow established course outlines.
• Maintain course syllabus and Canvas shell, generate lesson plans, and assess learning of course objectives.
• Provide timely feedback to students, maintain accurate records, submit course evaluations, and follow NSC academic guidelines.
• Perform other duties as required.

What you bring as a candidate:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching evidence based academic success strategies or other college success topics.
• Demonstrated commitment to helping diverse students from traditionally underserved populations progress toward their academic goals.
• Experience developing, implementing, evaluating and adjusting curriculum to increase student retention and academic completion. Experience using technology, collaborative learning, or other innovative teaching methods.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a professional setting.
• Coursework or professional practice in learning theory or other related topics such as academic skill development, meta-cognition, or diversity and ethics.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources

Office Setting:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
• Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
• Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of bullying behaviors, including cyberbullying.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance .

Background Check Statement

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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.