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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.
Salary:
$973 Per Instructional Unit
Up to 10 IU's/Quarter
Yakima Valley College seeks an innovative adjunct Psychology Instructor, who is active and accomplished in his or her discipline, who has a record of successful teaching or related experience, and who is committed to community college students and their success. This position is part-time, non-tenure track.
Reporting to the Dean of Arts and Sciences, the adjunct Psychology Instructor will be culturally competent with commitment and expertise in working with diverse populations, utilize appropriate technology in the classroom, and have a record as a successful teacher demonstrating strong promise as a contributing member of the Arts and Sciences Division.
YVC offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, encourages cooperative learning and use of technologies in the classroom and for e-learning. All faculty are engaged in the assessment of college goals and purposes.
The primary responsibility of this position is to teach courses in Psychology, as needed.
- Participation in college-wide registration and advising, a commitment to systematic classroom/department/college assessment and improvement
- Preparation of class materials, course and curriculum planning
- Availability for student consultation outside of class on a daily basis
- Maintenance of high expectations for students
- Participation in campus-wide committees
- Ordering textbooks and audiovisual materials
- Assessment and evaluation of individual student progress
- Maintenance of student records
- Referring students to other appropriate college staff as necessary
- Demonstration of student-centered values consistent with the community college philosophy
- Earned Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology or closely related field
- Successful completion of significant coursework in psychology
- Successful demonstrated teaching experience
- Experience teaching at the college level, preferably at the community college level
- Experience or interest in teaching populations diverse in age, culture, and ethnicity
- Understanding of and commitment to the community college philosophy and life-long learning
- Experience or interest in using a variety of classroom methodologies and modalities (e.g. assessment, collaborative learning, interactive teaching, e-learning, learning communities)
- Experience and/or evidence of willingness to work as part of the college community (e.g. committees, college activities)
- Experience or interest in curriculum development and assessment
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: Failure 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 InformationThose applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates will 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 based on their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, age, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other prohibited basis in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to Angie Foster, Executive Director Human Resources, Yakima Valley College, 1015 South 16th Avenue, Yakima, Washington, 98902; email afoster@yvcc.edu; telephone 509.574.4687.
Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.yvcc.edu/services/safety-security, containing 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 509.574.4610.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
01 Required
The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials, which is a response to the following statement. Please respond (NO MORE than two pages in length) in the text box area below or upload the document to your application as an attachment. What personal and professional work have you done, or would you do, to incorporate culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive curricula in your work with students? How do these equitable and inclusive practices affect instructor and student roles, and the outcomes of teaching/learning, if the goal is to increase overall student performance?
BenefitsYakima 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 Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
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 Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out the plan vendor at https://www.tiaa.org/public/tcm/sbctc for more information.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (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.
Please refer to the Washington State Board for more detailed information.
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