Olympic College

College Success Adjunct Faculty

Location
Bremerton, WA
Pay
$1,275 – $1,348 per year
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
May 15, 2026

About this position

Salary: $1,275.00 - $1,348.00 Annually Job Number: 25-26-A5 Department: Haselwood Library Opening Date: 05/13/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description College Success Adjunct Salary: $1,275 - $1,348* Per Credit Hour Classification: Adjunct Faculty Reports to: Dean of Library, Tutor, and College Success Olympic College is continuously recruiting for adjunct faculty to teach courses in the College Success discipline. College Success offers a series of courses based on curricula that primarily address the academic and self-management skills that are necessary for student success. The foundational College Success 110 course provides an introduction to the Olympic College community, resources, and skills necessary for student success. Topics include goal setting, college resources, personal empowerment, career and academic planning, time management, study skills, and financial literacy. Part-time positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Candidates who are only available to teach online will not be considered. Essential Functions Teach College Success course(s) in accordance with the college catalog, course outlines, course syllabi, and any departmental guidelines; Teach day and evening classes in person, some may be located on the branch campuses of Poulsbo and Shelton. Provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record-keeping for assigned classes. Contribute to College Success assessment efforts as needed. Respond to students' queries in a timely fashion. Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities to meet those needs; Punctually communicate with students, faculty, staff, and administrators; Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned. Qualifications Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. College-level teaching experience Must be available to teach in-person Successful Applicants willImpart excitement and enthusiasm towards the course content and the educational experience. Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success; Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career; Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement; Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate; Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities; Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals to maintain effective and positive working relationships; Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services, including use of the College-approved learning management system. Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate. Additional Information 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. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment. Final salary contracts will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits. This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load. Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered. Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire; Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows. Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space-available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare based on space availability. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here. Conditions of EmploymentPrior 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 requireme

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$6,387/ course, n=69

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