Job Title: Astronomy/Physics Instructor
Closing Date/Time: Fri. 02/14/14 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $44,730.00 Annually
Job Type: Faculty
Location: Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W Ft George Wright Dr, Spokane, Washington
Spokane Falls Community College seeks qualified candidates for consideration of employment in this annually contracted, tenure track position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares for and instructs, through traditional classroom and online education modes, transfer-level classes in the discipline of Astronomy and Physics; Examples of the types of courses that may be assigned are lab and non-lab survey courses in Astronomy and Physics; Assignments may include evening and/or weekend classes.
- Supports operation of the department's planetarium and public outreach program. This includes developing and presenting planetarium shows to K-12 school and community groups.
- Provides availability and accessibility to students for purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet student needs, through a combination of scheduled office hours, e-mail accessibility or other effective means of responsive and timely communication;
- 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; evaluates student progress and provides clear, timely feedback;
- Participates in district, division, department, or general faculty meetings; in-service training; curriculum development; academic consulting; workshops or seminars; service on district or college councils or committees, or other activities within the scope of the position;
- Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities; follows established procedures in areas such as printing, turning in grades, bookstore orders, office support, student financial aid requirements, safety and health issues and related administrative processes;
- Supports and advances the CCS strategic plan, and perform other duties as assigned;
- In addition, faculty may: ◦Instruct courses in related disciplines based upon individual qualifications and expertise.
◦Advise student clubs or associations. COMPETENCIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (Minimum Qualifications)
- An earned Master's degree in Astronomy or Physics from an accredited institution.
- Previous experience equivalent to one full academic year of teaching.
- Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
- Acceptance of and willingness to support the role that community colleges serve in higher education, and specifically the mission, values, goals and objectives of the Community Colleges of Spokane.
- Ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution and the community/technical college system.
- A demonstrated understanding of and value for the contributions that a diverse workforce can make to the success of both the organization and the students we serve.
- A Doctorate in Astronomy or Physics from an accredited institution.
- Experience teaching introductory Astronomy and Physics courses at the community college level.
- Experience operating a digital planetarium; including creating and presenting shows to diverse groups.
- Ability to integrate technology and diverse instructional approaches, such as online delivery, into the astronomy and physics curriculum.
- Demonstrated commitment to public outreach in the sciences.
- Ability to work successfully with the diverse student body found at a community college.
- Understanding of th epurpose and role of the community college.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT This is a full-time, tenure track position with an annual beginning salary of $44,730 - $46,067 for a 175-day contract. (Advancement opportunities exist, based upon professional development performed during course of employment and seniority, to maximum of $69,433). Total compensation: $57,652 - $59,109. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base salary, current CCS benefit contribution rates and median retirement contributions. The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment specifics.
In addition, tenure track faculty have access to the following forms of supplemental compensation, consistent with the provisions of the current collective bargaining agreement between CCS and the Association for Higher Education (AHE) - subject to change through the collective bargaining process: elected department chair stipend ($1,500 to $11,000 annually, dependent upon size of department), club advising stipend ($160 to $1,605 dependent upon activities advised), supplemental (i.e. "moonlighting") instructional contracts (average of $3,297 per quarter/per assignment and dependent upon workload category), special project stipend (up to $6,000 annually), and summer school assignment ($11,182 to $12,853 for a 100% load and dependent upon salary step placement).
CCS 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. AHE membership or payment of representation fee is required. Anticipated date of employment is September 18, 2014.
CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the U.S. This is an absolute condition of employment. In addition, CCS maintains a drug free work and learning environment and prohibits smoking in all college buildings and state-owned vehicles. CCS employees must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural and diverse work and educational environment. Requires Criminal background check. If using personal vehicle for travel, proof of driver's license and car insurance required.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
- CCS online application
- Cover letter addressing your qualifications as applied to the responsibilities of this position *
- Comprehensive curriculum vitae *
- Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references *
- A one-page statement describing a personal teaching philosophy. *
- A one-page statement describing your experience in public outreach and education. *
- College transcript(s) - unofficial copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted when candidate becomes a finalist
