Adjunct Instructor - Anatomy and Physiology

Inside Higher Ed

Centralia (WA)

On-site

USD 1,327,414 - 1,930,568

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible teaching schedule

Access to college resources

Contribution to student success

Job summary

A community college seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Anatomy and Physiology to teach courses to freshmen and sophomores. Responsible for both online and face-to-face lectures. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a related field and teaching experience. The position offers flexible scheduling with duties that prioritize student success and engagement in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

Teaching experience in delivering lecture and lab in Anatomy and Physiology.
Ability to demonstrate and instruct students using laboratory equipment.
Experience in adapting teaching methods to various student learning styles.

Responsibilities

Teach Anatomy and Physiology lectures and labs on-campus and online.
Engage with students and faculty to create a learning community.
Develop teaching materials that align with course curriculum.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to use laboratory tools

Ability to adapt teaching to various learning styles

Education

Master's degree or higher in Anatomy and/or Physiology

Tools

Laboratory tools and equipment

Job description

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Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Anatomy and Physiology

Location: Centralia College

Regular/Temporary

Full/Part Time:

Job ID: 14905

About Us

Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.

As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.

In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.

For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.

Job Description

Centralia College is creating a pool of qualified applicants to teach transfer level anatomy and physiology courses to freshmen and sophomores on a part-time basis. The college's need for part-time instructors varies from quarter to quarter.

The college offers both on-campus and online courses. An on-campus assignment requires face-to-face instruction two to four days a week, Monday through Thursday, in Centralia, WA. Online assignments are typically taught asynchronously, and the college uses the Canvas learning management system. Additional in-person opportunities may be available at the college's satellite campus in Morton, WA, or within correctional and juvenile detention facilities in our area.

Duties and Responsibilities

Anatomy and Physiology instructors teach both lectures and labs. The current need is for

asynchronous online lectures with a face-to-face evening lab on-campus in Centralia, WA.

Create and deliver teaching materials that align with the course curriculum and learning outcomes.
Place student success at the center of their courses.
Engage with students, faculty, staff, and administrators to create a community of learners.
Seek opportunities for teaching and learning excellence.

Qualifications

Master's or higher degree in Anatomy and/or Physiology or closely related field
Teaching experience in delivering lecture and lab in A&P or closely related course; community college level preferred.
Ability to safely work with, demonstrate, and instruct students in the use of laboratory tools and equipment commonly used in biology (i.e. microscope, dissection).
Ability to adapt teaching to various student learning styles.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous college-level teaching experience
Previous curriculum development experience
Familiarity with Learning Management System (Canvas)

Conditions of Employment

Centralia College faculty are represented by the Centralia College Federation of Teachers, Local No. 4469, AFT/AAFL-CIO

Adjunct employment is ongoing and filled based on need. Applications will be screened as they are received.

For Further Information Please Contact

Young Kim, Ph.D.

Dean of Arts & Sciences

Centralia College

Young.Kim@Centralia.edu

360-623-8743 (office)

Compensation

Current lecture/lab rates ($963.57 - $1,401.40 per credit), effective July 1, 2025: ($992.48 - $1,443.44)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested Candidates May Apply By Submitting The Following Items

Online Application
A cover letter that addresses:
Detailed CV or résumé of all relevant educational and professional experience.

Eligibility to Work

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Background Check

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

EEO Statement

Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.

The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Centralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-623-8947.

Title IX Statement

Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.

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