Location: Pierce College Puyallup
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications
Reports To: Natural and Social Science Division Chair
Posting Date: February 27, 2008
Application Review Date: March 19, 2008
About the District:
The Pierce District has two community colleges (Pierce College Fort Steilacoom located in Lakewood, Washington and Pierce College Puyallup located in Puyallup, Washington) and an extended learning program. The District serves more than 13,000 students each quarter in greater Pierce County, Washington. Boasting majestic views of the snow-capped Olympic Mountains and Mt. Rainier, the colleges offer faculty the benefits of both rural and urban life in the Pacific Northwest. We invite applications from qualified individuals interested in teaching within a diverse, multicultural, learner-centered environment.
About the Position and Qualifications:
We invite applications from qualified individuals who are interested in teaching a wide range of courses in the Biology/Health Science Department at Pierce College Puyallup.
Essential Functions:
§ Teach courses in anatomy and physiology for allied health science majors, general zoology for biology majors and other biology courses as assigned.
§ Conduct assigned classes in a manner that promotes student success. Incorporate various teaching styles and technology.
§ Work closely in and out of classroom with students having a wide variety of interests, ages, backgrounds and levels of academic preparation.
§ Collaborate with members of the Biological Sciences Departments (across the district) on planning activities, course development and projects.
§ Participate in the student advising program and district wide efforts to improve student retention and success.
§ Participate as a member of working committees dealing with instruction, student matters and/or district related concerns.
§ Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
§ Attend and participate in department and division meetings.
§ Be available to students daily through scheduled office hours.
§ Perform other academic duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required: Master’s degree in Biological Sciences or a closely related field. Evidence of successful teaching experience.
Preferred: Teaching experience in college level-anatomy and physiology and other biological sciences. Demonstrated commitment to promoting excellence in undergraduate human biology education. Related professional experience and/or activities in clinical, medical or research settings.
Terms of Employment:
This position, which is contingent upon funding, is a full-time, tenure-track assignment of 172 contracted days per year, anticipated to begin September 2008.
Initial placement of this position will be at Pierce College Puyallup (located in Puyallup, Washington); however, evening, split daily schedule and/or work at more than one site may be included in the assignment. Initial placement is based on the current full-time faculty salary schedule, and is dependent upon education and experience.
Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must include the following items in their application package:
1) Letter of formal application that addresses how your experience and education qualifies you to perform the assigned responsibilities.
2) Brief statement that describes your teaching philosophy/style and that addresses strategies used to engage a wide diversity of students, your use of outcomes assessment measures, your use of active learning techniques, and your use of technology in the classroom.
3) Detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience, which includes a list of courses taught.
4) Copies of all college and university transcripts (official transcripts required prior to hire).
5) A list of four current professional references with names, addresses, and telephone numbers.
Application materials should be submitted to:
Ms. Jan Bucholz, Vice President for Human Resources
Pierce College
9401 Farwest Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98498-1999
(FAX # 253-912-3638)
To ensure consideration, application materials should be received by March 19, 2008. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional information about Pierce College or this position, visit our Website at http://www.pierce.ctc.edu or email us at . Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.
Conditions of Employment:
· Agency Shop: As a condition of employment, all full-time faculty bargaining unit members must either join the Pierce College Federation of Teachers or pay a representation fee.
· Physical Work Environment: Work is performed in an instructional setting and requires the ability to communicate clearly. Work also includes the ability to use a personal computer.
· In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
· Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.