Instructor - Sociology jobs in Washington

• Prepares for and instructs lower-division sociology courses online, on-ground, or in other flexible modalities 
• Provides availability and accessibility to students for the purpose of academic consulting and support, in a manner appropriate to meet students’ needs, through a combination of office hours, email 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.
• Demonstrates commitment to advancing diversity, promoting equity, and preparing students to live responsibly in an increasingly global civilization.
• Demonstrates commitment to serving a socially and culturally diverse student population.
• 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.
• Models professional decorum and mutual respect in personal interactions
• Complies with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statute and collective bargaining agreements
• Supports and advances the CCS strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned

• An earned Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution with 25 graduate credits in sociology (minimum of one theory course required).
• Acceptance of the responsibility to promote the welfare and best interests of students at all times.
• A demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the mission, values, goals and objectives of CCS.
• Demonstrated competence in working with diverse student populations and an appreciation for diverse voices in the classroom. 
• Ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and goals of the institution and the community/technical college system.

• PhD in Sociology from an accredited institution.
• 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 Community Colleges of Spokane maintains 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.

• CCS online application. *
• Cover letter addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position. *
• Resume. *
• References – the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. *
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable for initial application, official copies must be submitted upon acceptance of job offer.