Part Time Faculty Pool- Counseling

Seattle Colleges; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,965 - 128,752; Part time

Job summary

Seattle Colleges is hiring part-time faculty for the Human Development Course 101: Orientation to College Success. The position requires a Master’s degree and experience with college success topics. Responsibilities include teaching, curriculum adaptation, and student engagement to enhance academic success.

Compensation ranges from $7,703 to $11,537.33 per quarter, with interviews conducted virtually. Candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and additional supporting documents online.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching evidence based academic success strategies or college success topics.
• Commitment to supporting diverse students from traditionally underserved populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach Human Development Course 101 (HDC 101): Orientation to College Success.
• Participate in curriculum adaptation and improvement.
• Engage with students to increase retention and academic success.

Skills

Teaching Evidence-Based Strategies

Collaborative Learning

Commitment to Diversity

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Position Summary

Seattle Central College Counseling Department is hiring part‑time faculty to teach Human Development Course 101 (HDC 101): Orientation to College Success. The role is for a 5‑credit single‑class workload per quarter, with a salary range of $7,703 – $11,537.33 (A1‑E7) and a target starting rate of $7,703 – $8,912 (A1‑C3). This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with AFT‑Seattle.

Application Requirements

• Attached resume outlining your educational and teaching experience
• Attached cover letter addressing how you meet the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the position
• Philosophy of teaching statement demonstrating a commitment to supporting diverse student learners (no more than one page)
• Unofficial transcripts (graduate school only)
• List of courses taught by college and year/quarter (Word file or Excel file)
• Contact information for three professional references

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Notice to Applicants

You are applying to a job pool that does not reflect current openings. If a position becomes available during the 2026‑2027 academic year and you are selected for an interview, the college will contact you. Seattle Colleges will hold interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability and commitment to teach the Counseling Department's Human Development Course (HDC 101) on College Success Skills
• Participate in opportunities for collaborative curriculum adaptation
• Complete institutional progress surveys, utilize Starfish retention tools, and proactively outreach to students to encourage engagement and success
• Attend human development course training and participate in FYE teaching community
• Follow established course outlines
• Maintain and follow standard course syllabus and Canvas shell, generate lesson plans, and assess learning of course objectives developed by faculty counselors
• Provide timely feedback to students, maintain accurate records, submit course evaluations, and follow Seattle Central College academic guidelines
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution
• Experience teaching evidence based academic success strategies or other college success topics
• Demonstrated commitment to helping diverse students from traditionally underserved populations progress toward their academic goals
• Experience developing, implementing, evaluating and adjusting curriculum to increase student retention and academic completion
• Experience using technology, collaborative learning, or other innovative teaching methods
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others in a professional setting
• Coursework or professional practice in learning theory including academic skill development, lifespan psychology, meta‑cognition, diversity and ethics, career development, or related topics
• Background in mental health, counseling, social‑emotional learning theory, human development theory, or lifespan development is beneficial, especially in supporting students holistic development, resilience, and academic success
• To teach the Umoja sections, candidates should have attended the Umoja Learning Institute
• To teach the AANAPISI sections, candidates should have knowledge and familiarity working with Asian Pacific Islander communities

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer‑supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.

Office Setting

• Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co‑workers, and students
• Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
• Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings

Notice of Non‑Discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Seattle Colleges is committed to ensuring that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of bullying behaviors, including cyber bullying. Students, employees, and applicants can reach the Title IX Coordinator or ADA/Section 504 Coordinator for questions about discrimination, harassment or grievance procedures.

Background Check Statement

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. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.