Part Time Adjunct Faculty - Animation (Professional and Continuing Education)

Evergreen State College; Washington, Olympia (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative public liberal arts college seeks a passionate part-time adjunct faculty member to teach animation courses. This role involves guiding students through various animation techniques, both analog and digital, in an inclusive and collaborative learning environment. With a focus on diversity and equity, the faculty member will engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for all. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic educational community dedicated to interdisciplinary study and student success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in animation or closely related field required.
• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach animation courses focusing on both analog and digital techniques.
• Support students with informal advising and evaluations.

Skills

Animation Techniques

Teaching Experience

Diversity and Equity in Education

Education

Master's Degree in Animation

Terminal Degree in Field

Job description

Position Information

The Evergreen State College seeks a faculty member to teach a two-quarter series of quarter-time (4 quarter hour) courses in animation in winter and spring quarters of academic year 2025/26. The courses may focus on a variety of animation techniques; it is preferred that the series of courses will include instruction on both analog and digital animation. The courses will be located in Evergreen's school of Professional and Continuing Education and are expected to be taught in the evenings or on weekends. Courses focusing on analog animation will need to be taught in person; courses focusing on digital animation may be taught either in person or remotely.

* As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of beginning work.

* Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.

Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at [phone], Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.

Position Title	Part Time Adjunct Faculty - Animation (Professional and Continuing Education)
Job Summary
Job Expectations	Curriculum in the school of Professional and Continuing Education (PaCE) is based on undergraduate certificates and bachelor's degree completion curriculum comprised of 4-credit and 8-credit offerings, and capstone work that may include internships or individual study. Courses and programs are offered online, in-person, or in hybrid formats. All curriculum includes synchronous meetings for at least half of the class instruction time. Synchronous sessions occur in the evenings or on weekends (Pacific Time). Faculty development opportunities are provided to help faculty increase skills in online teaching and curriculum design. Evergreen uses narrative evaluations in lieu of grades, and faculty are generally responsible for evaluating 25 students/quarter in each class. Faculty support students with informal advising as they reflect on their learning processes and develop their own areas of academic concentration. Our pedagogy centers on collaborative learning communities. We are interested in helping students develop interdisciplinary approaches to critical thinking, problem solving, communication, and collaboration across the curriculum. Because over 80% of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all are welcome, and all can learn from each other. This is an adjunct faculty position and not eligible for continuing appointment. All requirements for the position must be completed at the time of hire. Salary for all positions is based on experience and degrees( See Salary Grid for more information). We do not offer relocation expenses for our adjunct faculty positions. A complete list of faculty responsibilities is in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in animation or closely related field Teaching or professional training experience Experience working with diverse and underserved populations of students Expertise in either analog or digital techniques of animation
Preferred Qualifications	Terminal degree in field College-level teaching experience Expertise in both analog and digital techniques of animation Willingness to use exploratory, cooperative approaches to teaching and learning
Conditions of Employment
Application Instructions	REQUIRED MATERIALS: Cover Letter CV List of 3 References with both phone and email contact information for each OPTIONAL MATERIALS: Scholarly or professional project work (upload as Document #1)
About Evergreen
EEO Statement
Full time/Part time	Part Time
Salary Information	Range: $3531-$7959 per 4 credits per quarter. Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Location	Olympia
Start Date	Winter 2026
Open Date	03/19/2025
Review Start Date	Review of completed applications will begin on April 16, 2025. The posting may close at any time after that.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://evergreen.peopleadmin.com/postings/4232