Adjunct Faculty, Clarinet Instructor

Whatcom Community College; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 7,819 - 9,366; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrues sick leave based on workload percentage

Job summary

Whatcom Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty Clarinet Instructor to begin teaching in the Fall quarter of 2026. The successful candidate will maintain an active performing career while also having experience teaching applied clarinet at the college level.

The position requires engaging, student-centered teaching methods and collaboration with students and colleagues.

The role offers a salary of $770.00 per student for the term, and the environment encourages the support of diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching college-level clarinet.
• Evidence of an active performing career.
• Understanding of pedagogical theories and instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement learning materials for applied music courses.
• Communicate effectively with students and faculty.
• Use student-centered teaching practices.

Skills

Effective teaching

Classroom management

Collaborative communication

Inclusive teaching strategies

Assessment and feedback

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Master's degree in music (preferred)

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

About The College

Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72‑acre campus in Bellingham, Washington.

About Our Community

Bellingham (population 95,960) showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on "best of the Northwest" lists. Bellingham is midway between Seattle and Vancouver. The city is surrounded by the rural landscape of Whatcom County (population 226,850), home to a thriving network of farms and scenic wilderness. The area offers a range of outdoor and cultural activities.

General Description Of Work

• Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Clarinet Instructor
• Classification: Faculty
• FTE: Varies, course assignment dependent
• Schedule: Varies, course assignment dependent
• FLSA Status: Overtime Exempt
• Teaching Modality: In person

Job Summary

The Adjunct Faculty, Clarinet Instructor will teach within the Music program beginning Fall quarter 2026. The successful candidate will:

• Maintain an active performing career.
• Have experience teaching applied clarinet at the college level.
• Use student‑centered, inclusive pedagogy and teaching methods.
• Engage in collaborative communication practices and activities with students and colleagues.

Reporting Structure / Supervisory Relationship

This Adjunct Faculty position reports to the Dean for Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement learning materials for MUSC 150 and MUSC 250 Applied Music.
• Communicate with Discipline Lead and colleagues in preparation for quarterly student performances.
• Read and respond to emails from students, faculty and staff.
• Develop, prepare, and deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based education and promote the development of qualified students to help prepare them for the future.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty and administrators to support program development and continuous improvement.
• Apply current subject matter expertise and remain up to date in the field to ensure relevant, workforce‑aligned curriculum.
• Use student‑centered, inclusive, and innovative teaching practices to support diverse learners.
• Will teach in‑person.
• Assess student learning and provide feedback, contributing to a positive learning environment.
• Perform other related work of a similar nature and level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of the academic discipline, including current research, trends, and developments in the field.
• Knowledge of pedagogical theories, instructional design, and relevant accreditation standards and higher education regulations.
• Skill in effective teaching, classroom facilitation, and classroom management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues in team‑based, committee, or interdisciplinary settings.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and support diverse student populations through adaptable and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Ability to assess student performance fairly, provide constructive feedback, and manage sensitive or complex student situations with professionalism.
• The ability to actively contribute to a work and learning environment that treats everyone with respect and dignity while engaging diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences to enhance the College's mission, vision, and promise.

Working Conditions / Environment

Work is completed primarily in the classroom environment. The position will sometimes perform standard office tasks and operate standard office equipment. It may be required to traverse or travel across campus to other on‑campus buildings for applicable meetings or needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music with experience teaching collegiate‑level clarinet.
• Evidence of an active performing career.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in music with at least three years of experience teaching collegiate‑level clarinet.
• Experience navigating Canvas Learning Management System.
• Experience designing, delivering, and assessing curriculum using evidence‑based, student‑centered, equity‑minded, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and support diverse and historically underserved student populations, incorporating feedback to improve learning outcomes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills, with experience working in team‑based environments.
• Leadership experience and a demonstrated commitment to the mission and role of community colleges.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

Licensure, Certification & Other Necessary Requirements

• Employment contingent upon passing a criminal background check and sexual misconduct review.

Salary

• $770.00 per student, for fall quarter 2026.

Benefit

• Accrues a percentage of 7 hours (equal to the percentage of workload) per month of sick leave (ex. 50% quarterly employment contract x 7 hrs for full‑time = 3.5 hrs per month for that quarter).

Start Date

Fall quarter 2026. Quarter begins on September 22 nd, 2026.

Application Due Date

For best consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible. Position open until filled.

How To Apply

• Letter of application detailing relevant experience and how the applicant is prepared to meet the duties of the position.
• Values statement that responds to the following prompt:
  1. Short Reflection (1 page max): One of the core values of this institution is building an inclusive and supportive campus. This core value is reflected in our strategic plan, goals, and the work that we do every day. Please describe your experience in building an inclusive environment that supports a sense of belonging.
• Current resume.
• Unofficial transcripts for all earned degrees; official transcripts required prior to the official start date.
• List of five recent professional references with contact information.

Mission

Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional‑technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society.

Vision

Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education.

Promise

We transform lives through education. We accomplish this by supporting student growth, respecting student investment, embracing diversity, promoting excellence and creating opportunities.

EEO Statement

Whatcom Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender presentation, ancestry, ethnicity, family status, immigration status, citizenship, socioeconomic status, genetic information or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies: Executive Director for Human Resources, by phone: [phone] or email: [e-mail] , 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226. For Title IX compliance: Title IX Coordinator, by phone: [phone] or email: [e-mail] , 237 W. Kellogg Road, Bellingham, WA 98226. WCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access & Disability Services office by phone: [phone], email: [e-mail], or Washington Relay: 711.