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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Earth and Space Sciences, Part Time Faculty

Bellevue, WA

Full-time, Part-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

NEOGOV is seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to teach courses in the Earth and Space Sciences program at Bellevue College. The role involves teaching subjects such as Astronomy, Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology, and Oceanography while demonstrating a commitment to student success and maintaining office hours.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Teach a 6-credit combined lecture/lab class or a 5 credit Lecture class. Class sizes range from 28 to 36 students typically. Some astronomy sections are up to 55 students

Teach in face-to-face settings and/or synchronous and/or asynchronous virtual settings

Prepare course materials, including varied assessments of student knowledge

Design and facilitate learning experiences centered around student needs and interests by using varied instruction methods and resources

Hold weekly office hours in accordance with the current faculty contract and generally assist students in person one-on-one and/or both through electronic media and in-person

Use data, self-reflection, and student/colleague feedback to revise your instruction, improve student success and better serve historically underserved, underrepresented, or marginalized student populations (e.g., students with disabilities, Black and Indigenous students of color, first-generation college students, LGBTQIA+ students, veterans, English language learners, etc.)

Grade and/or provide useful feedback to students in a way that promotes student understanding and improvement. Assign overall course grades

Demonstrate a strong commitment to student success through fostering a positive and caring learning environment where diversity and pluralism are valued

Qualification

Master's degreeTeaching experienceEarthSpace sciencesOnline teachingEffective communicationProfessional developmentRelationship buildingTeam collaboration

Required

Master's degree from an accredited institution, in the field of astronomy, environmental science, geology, meteorology, oceanography or closely related fields

Experience teaching earth and space science and related courses at the college level or relevant skills to do so effectively

Ability to design in-person and online learning experiences that are interactive

Effective communication skills (to students and colleagues) in both written and oral form

Demonstrated ability to connect and build relationships with students and colleagues from varied ethnicities, ages, backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities

Preferred

Teaching or professional experience in astronomy, environmental science, geology, meteorology, oceanography or closely related field

Experience completing tasks independently and as part of a team

Demonstrated ability to effectively teach in traditional, hybrid and fully online environments

Demonstrated experience working collegially with diverse colleagues in a collaborative and inclusive manner

Demonstrated commitment to professional development to maintain currency in oceanography (e.g., involvement in relevant professional activities or organizations, etc