Sociology Instructor - Part-Time

Part-Time Faculty 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. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Tacoma Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a diverse population of approximately 14,000 students. We embrace our identity as a community college and strongly encourage applications from candidates who recognize and honor the important role that equity, diversity, and inclusion brings to an educational community. Our stated mission is to create meaningful and relevant learning, inspire greater equity, and celebrate success in our lives and in our communities. We are recognized nationally, and our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion. According to the Community College Survey of Student Engagement, TCC ranks high on measures of active learning and academic challenge, thanks to our creative and scholarly faculty. We seek to recruit and retain a workforce that:

• Reflects the diversity of our community
• Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Is attracted by the campus mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
• Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for underrepresented populations
• Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others
• Engages effectively with the community both within and outside of TCC.

Regional Setting
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Position Summary
TCC, winner of the 2020 Association of Community College Trustees Equity Award for the entire Pacific Regions, invites you to apply for the position of Part-Time Sociology Professor. This part-time position faculty position includes teaching sociology courses and supporting the on-going programs of Tacoma Community College. This position may be responsible for preparing and teaching face-to-face, online and hybrid courses for the Education, Social and Behavioral Science division. This position reports to the Dean for Education, Social & Behavioral Sciences.

• Prepares and instructs possible in person, online and hybrid modalities, transfer level classes in the discipline of Sociology. Candidate will initially be assigned to teach SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology.
• Utilizes the college LMS, Canvas, for additional course-related engagement across all course modalities (in person, hybrid and online)
• Provides course-related communication, consulting and support via scheduled office hours and email accessibility.
• Complies with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities. Follow established procedures in areas such as submitting syllabi, grades, bookstore orders, and other related administrative procedures.
• Participate in the college's professional development and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion events.

Required education and experience:

• Master's degree in Sociology from an accredited college or university.
• Experience teaching sociology at the community college level.
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience in a diverse environment, engaging in activities that promote equity and the success of underrepresented students.
• Enthusiasm for cultural diversity in the curriculum and the classroom, and reflection on how this manifests particularly in teaching sociology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and a demonstrated commitment to supporting a learning environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist practices.
• Graduate course work in sociology.
• Experience with teaching methods that incorporate technology and online course development.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate:

• Competence to teach college-level Sociology courses.
• Competence to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from diverse backgrounds, abilities and learning styles.
• An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Commitment to teaching a curriculum which addresses cultural diversity.
• Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgement.
• Professional and courteous interactions with students, faculty, and staff.
• Flexible in the ability to achieve the instructional and general responsibilities of the position.
• Dynamic, non-traditional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles.
• Commitment to remaining current in the discipline.

• The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff.

• Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H-1B visa. 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.

Application Materials & Procedures
Complete application packages must include the following: Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which may include a teaching demonstration.

1. Tacoma Community College online application.
2. Resume & cover letter describing how your educational background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications.
3. Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended.