Humanities Instructor•Adjunct•

Spokane Community College Community Colleges of Spokane Location:

Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane Department:

SCC Social Sciences/Humanities 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. This position is part of an open continuous recruitment. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed as departmental needs arise. Submission of an application does not indicate an immediate hiring opportunity. About Us Spokane Community College is seeking qualified candidates for consideration of employment as a Humanities Adjunct Instructor in the Humanities Division. We seek applicants with a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, diversity and global awareness, and the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner. The college strives for faculty who are content experts and who are knowledgeable about best practices, innovative strategies, and instructional technologies that support teaching and learning. Spokane Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 15,000 students with career technical, liberal arts, and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities. First review of applications will occur on 04/25/2026, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. About the Humanities Instructor•Adjunct•Spokane Community College

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare for and instruct college-level courses in cultural studies, face-to-face, hybrid or online formats based on need of the department. Communicate expectations and establish clear grading criteria through appropriate instructional means, to include but not limited to developing course syllabi, handouts, and materials supporting the instructional process; evaluates student progress and provides clear, timely feedback. Provide availability and accessibility to students through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail, and other effective means of responsive and timely communication. Provide timely feedback and support to students. Maintain accurate records for course grades. May participate in department and general faculty meetings whenever germane. Maintain professional standards in interactions with the college community. Comply with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; follow established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, student safety and health issues, and related administrative processes. Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An earned Master's degree in a humanities or related field from an accredited institution. Communicating effectively in oral and written English in a classroom and with other professionals. Working/interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting a teaching, learning and working environment that honors diversity, equity and inclusion.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. in a humanities or related discipline Additional experience in teaching a variety of teaching modalities, specifically hybrid/blended classes Prior community college teaching experience. 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 visa. In 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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once 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 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: Letter of interest. Resume or curriculum vitae. Statement of teaching philosophy. 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 CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu . 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 509-434-5040 / ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu . To apply, please visit: https://careers.ccs.spokane.edu/jobs/humanities-instructor-adjunct-spokane-community-college-spokane-washington-united-states Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-00027cea4b8d59489acbcebae2138717