Continuing Education Instructor

Continuing Education Instructor

Employer: Olympic College

Salary: $50.00 Hourly

Location: Bremerton Campus, WA

Job Type: Part-time Hourly

Job Number: 22-23-P38

Department: Workforce Develop-Continuing

Opening Date: 05/04/2023

Description

Continuing Education Instructor Salary: $50/hour Classification: Part-Time Hourly Reports to: Director of Continuing Education

Olympic College is seeking to hire a Continuing Education Instructor. The main purpose of this position(s) is to teach non-credit classes offered by Olympic College Continuing Education(CE). Topics will vary based on the expertise of the person – some currently desired topics are ballroom dancing, astronomy, and IT. CE instructors are not covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement for faculty.

The instructor will create a proposal for a class that is appropriate as a continuing education topic, with curriculum, the length of the class, outcomes, and class materials organization. The incumbent will work with CE staff on securing days, dates, and times for class offerings. They will be expected to prepare the class, teach the class, and assess student satisfaction with the class. Continuing Education fulfills part of the college's legislated purpose, which includes offering classes in the community for fun and enrichment. The incumbent will report to the Director of Continuing Education, located in the Workforce & Economic Development (WFED) division.

Essential Functions

• Researching and building a class appropriate for continuing education

• Completing and submitting the Course Proposal Form

• Identify and determine any out-of-pocket expenses that will be incurred by students

• Using OC protocols and procedures, create an appropriate curriculum for a class

• Curriculum development will include clear Outcomes and instruction hours

• In coordination with CE Program Specialist, determine class location, and classroom size needed, and identify resources necessary to run the class

• Communicate with other OC departments regarding after-hour and weekend classes (Security), Parking Permits (Security), teaching station (IT), and other identified departments

• Prepare the classroom for teaching

• Availability to advise potential and enrolled students about class deliverables, expectations, and any out-of-pocket expenses that will be incurred

• Assess student satisfaction with the class

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• (Proven) (Documented) Expertise in the topic area, either through experience or education

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience
• Associate Degree (or higher)

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

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.

Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with a salary of $50.00 per hour. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space-available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare subject to space availability.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hiring, 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 be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment, including but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, Building 5, room 528A, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.