Nursing Faculty (Tenure-Track) - Mount Vernon

Skagit Valley College; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health/dental/vision and退休规划

Competitive leave packages

Job summary

Skagit Valley College seeks a tenure-track Nursing & Allied Health faculty member to teach BSN/ADN courses and support online, hybrid, and in-person learning. The role emphasizes equity, inclusive teaching, and innovative pedagogy to improve student success across Mount Vernon and Whidbey Island campuses.

The successful candidate will teach a mix of lecture and lab coursework, contribute to curriculum development, and collaborate with colleagues to advance diversity and student achievement in

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or current enrollment in a Master's program with graduation within one year.
• Active Washington RN license or eligibility prior to employment.
• Commitment to promoting equitable access and achievement of diverse students.
• Experience in an acute healthcare facility.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate an equity-minded approach to teaching and learning.
• Conduct ongoing development, assessment, and revision of curriculum that reflects innovative and inclusive pedagogy.
• Work collaboratively with faculty to develop curricula reflecting diverse student experiences.
• Teach online, hybrid, or classroom-based classes as required.
• Collaborate with discipline teams to increase enrollment and support student retention.
• Develop, monitor, and assess student learning outcomes for program improvement.
• Lead program outreach and assist with marketing and recruitment activities.

Skills

Equity-minded teaching

Online/Hybrid instruction

Curriculum development

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Enrollment in Master's in Nursing (within 1 year of appointment)

Job description

Skagit Valley College (SVC) is seeking qualified equity-minded applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Nursing & Allied Health Department. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional teaching skills, including those needed to effectively teach in an online or hybrid environment, enthusiasm for the subject matter, an inclusive and equity-driven approach to teaching and learning, and innovative pedagogy and teaching strategies. Candidates should be able and excited to teach a variety of lecture and laboratory-based coursework in the department. Faculty for this position could teach Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) courses. Faculty at SVC respect and work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes innovative and equity-minded teaching, a diverse learning environment, and a strong focus on improving student success rates and addressing systemic inequities in access and achievement for all students.

SVC Nursing & Allied Health Faculty typically teach an equivalent of 15-18 instructional units per quarter (3 classes) and College service. This position is expected to begin in FallQuarter, September2026. This position has one (1) vacancy based primarily at the Mount Vernon Campus; however, instructors will be required to teach at both the Mount Vernon Campus and the Whidbey Island Campus located in Oak Harbor.

SVC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for non-native English speakers and other diverse groups. In so doing, we offer our students and community not only the opportunity to learn about varied disciplines but to engage with diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

About SVC

Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor’s degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC’s Vision statement; “Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities.”

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services.

Mission

Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision

The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

The Location

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People’s, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Guiding Principles

Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion.

Did You Know

Skagit Valley College is an innovative community college committed to offering inclusive access to educational opportunities, supporting student achievement, and engaging our community. SVC is nationally known for learning communities and support for high-impact teaching practices that improve the lives of our students. We are committed to creating student learning experiences that foster equity and diversity to strengthen our local and global communities. We practice a high degree of collaboration among faculty, staff, and administrators to lead initiatives that advance student success and strengthen our increasingly diverse district. We value student and colleague engagement in creating an equitable, diverse, innovative, learning-centered environment.

Skagit Valley College offers

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate an equity-minded approach to teaching and learning;
• Conduct ongoing development, assessment, and revision of curriculum that reflects innovative and inclusive pedagogy and advances in Nursing & Allied Health;
• Work collaboratively with SVC faculty from other fields to develop appropriate curricula that reflect the diversity of student experience;
• Createapositivelearningenvironmentforstudentsusingdiverseteachingmethodsto support and enhance student success;
• Collaborate with other disciplines to increase enrollment and support student retention in the program with a focus on ameliorating equity gaps;
• Develop, monitor, and assess student learning outcomes and fully participate in the college’s program review process;
• Develop, assess, and analyze program outcomes for the purpose of program improvement and enhanced student learning;
• Conduct program outreach by leading program briefing sessions for prospective students, assisting with marketing and recruitment activities, and leading student application reviews;
• Collaborate, facilitate, and participate in advisory board meetings;
• Participate in unit, department, and other College activities, including College governance;
• Teach online, hybrid, or classroom-based classes as required;
• Work collaboratively as part of the Nursing & Allied Health Department team; Practice multicultural understanding and foster equity;
• Participate in division/department and other College activities, including College governance;
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to maintain partnerships and interagency community connections;
• Engage students through innovative instructional approaches such as service learning projects, and contextualized learning;
• Demonstrate commitment to equity-minded approaches to teaching and learning;
• Practice and adopt a variety of active learning strategies that facilitate student learning and that are inclusive of all cultures and backgrounds;
• Support students in accessing appropriate instructional and non-instructional services to facilitate student retention, completion and academic success for all students;
• Adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including interdisciplinary learning communities, and online and hybrid modalities;
• Express appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups to promote an equitable work and learning environment;
• Recruit and inspire diverse student populations to embrace learning and facilitate completion;
• Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators and other various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in support of SVC's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• Act according to principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, collaboration, and compassion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR enrolled in a Master's Degree in Nursing program with a graduation date within one (1) year of appointment;
• Unencumbered Washington RN License or acquisition of license prior to employment;
• Demonstrated commitment to promote equitable access and educational achievement of diverse students;
• Experience in an acute healthcare facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• A record of effective, high-quality teaching and scholarship;
• Training as a Nurse Educator;
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English;
• Professional experience in the field;
• Ph.D. Nursing or in a relevant field;
• Experience training or teaching adults;
• Experience teaching online using an industry-standard LMS such as Canvas;
• Experience teaching any courses offered within the Nursing & Allied Health department;
• Three (3) or more years of teaching experience in a higher education setting.

Salary and Benefits

• Initial base annual salary placement for 2026-2027 ranges from $76,953 - $102,604 plus an additional $25,000 nursing stipend, for a standard 172-day contract. The salary enhancement is incorporated in the salary range listed within the posting for the purposes of demonstrating the potential salary. This stipend is contingent upon the continuation of the HB2158 legislative funding and the amount dispersed to the college by the State Board. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• A standard 172-day contract is written annually for the period of September to June. Late contracts will be prorated on the basis of work days remaining in the contract year.
• This position is exempt from the overtime pay requirements of The Fair Labor Standards Act.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Salary, retirement, medical, and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements. Additional information on benefits can be found at https://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.aspx.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to employment, 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.
• In addition, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

Application Procedure

To be considered for this position, applicants must: 1. Meet the minimum qualifications and; 2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at www.skagit.edu that includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current Curriculum Vitae; (Attachment: Curriculum Vitae)
• A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).

In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Application Deadline

Position open until filled.

Interviews with Committee

TBD

Finalist Interviews

TBD

Anticipated Start Date

September 2026

Application Assistance

If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at [phone], Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at [phone] by the application closing date. Information on SVC's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at OPPM 3040.

For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at [phone] from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.

SVC Annual Security Report

The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures, and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling [phone] or by accessing the Report at https://www.skagit.edu/about/safety-security-parking/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Skagit Valley College is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact Carolyn Tucker, Vice President of Human Resources/EEO, 360.416.7794 or [e-mail]. For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance, contact Title IX Coordinator, Sandy Jordan, 360.416.7923 or [e-mail].

Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community. Annual Notice of Non-Discrimination.