Job Details

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Yakima, WA
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty
Job Number: 25-053
Division: Workforce Education
Opening Date: 05/27/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.

Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.

We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College seeks innovative Adjunct Teacher Education Instructors in the Workforce Education Division. Available positions are part-time, non-tenure track. This posting is hiring for multiple positions. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (BAS-TE) program is seeking instructors with expertise in elementary education, health and fitness instruction, knowledge of history of education, social studies methods in K-8, as well as supporting students with disabilities, including IEP, 504, and IDEA Act provisions.

Courses Available:

• Teacher Residency 1
• Teacher Residency 2
• Health and Fitness
• Initial Competencies in Social Studies Education

Reporting to the Dean - Workforce Education, the Teacher Education Instructor demonstrates a commitment and expertise in working with diverse populations, utilizes appropriate technology in the classroom, and has a record as a successful teacher demonstrating strong promise as a contributing member of the Workforce Education Division. The Teacher Education Instructor finds ways to utilize cooperative learning and utilizes an applied approach to learning.

SALARY:

$920 per Instructional Unit (IU).

Up to 10 IU's per quarter.

Essential Tasks

• Prepare and teach 300/400 level courses as assigned within the Teacher Education program in person, hybrid and/or online as assigned.
• Update BAS-TE curriculum as required by the institution or industry trends.
• Collaborate with department team members.
• Maintain currency in the field of study.
• Be well versed in educational theory and practice.
• Be responsive to students with regard to assessments and communications.
• Meet college deadlines.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned master's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of certificated teaching experience.
• Experience developing curriculum.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in elementary education.
• Experience teaching at the community college level.
• Experience teaching education courses.
• Knowledge of critical theory.
• Ability to communicate knowledge and skills in both oral and written forms to students who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicity, education, and cultural backgrounds.

ABILITY TO:

• Teach in person, on site at the Yakima or Grandview campus and hybrid or online as assigned.
• Create and update curriculum for specified course content in Teaching Education - Elementary Education (K-8).
• Utilize technology effectively to enhance student learning.
• Work effectively with supervisors, colleagues, staff, and students as part of an education team.
• Complete grading and respond to students in a timely manner.
• Be student centered and focused on creating an environment conducive to meeting their learning needs.
• Continually upgrade knowledge and skills in order to maintain relevant curriculum.

Supplemental Information
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire.
• Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
• Supplemental Question: The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials. The statement is found in the supplemental question area of the application. Please respond (NO MORE than two pages in length) in the text box area provided or upload the document to your application as an attachment.

Please note: bFailure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Candidates invited for interviews may be required to complete a skills test.

Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.

"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."

Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.###.####.

Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.###.####.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.

All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.

Insurance Benefits

Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees can elect to participate in the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 3 or the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) through TIAA. For additional information, check out the ' web site. Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out the plan vendor at for more information.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

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