CORRECTIONS PART TIME FACULTY (POOL)

The Position

CORRECTIONS PART-TIME FACULTY (POOL) (Part-Time Faculty) Open date: March 18, 2025

PENINSULA COLLEGES COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Our collaboratively developed shared definition of equity is that as a College "we aspire to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have access to resources and support in proportion to their needs and that they feel respected, connected, and can thrive in their goals." Peninsula Colleges equity efforts are led by an Equity Standing Committee with cross-campus representation. The committee appoints equity work groups and develops, assesses, and updates an annual equity plan. That committees collective work has identified the need for a position that can lead the Colleges work in equitable hiring practices and equity training for all employees and that can act as resource for the Colleges equity partners by sharing expertise and leadership.

At Peninsula College, we are committed to ensuring a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. This means that certain personal identifying information will be removed from your application before it is reviewed by our hiring committee.

THE COLLEGE

Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown SKlallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble SKlallam.

The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the Colleges service district. The College is home to Longhouse of Learning. It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/SKlallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway. The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes.

As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

The College serves more than 2,500 students through its main campus and Port Townsend and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district.

The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration. The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place.

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THE POSITION

Peninsula College is seeking innovative and dedicated part-time Corrections Education Faculty, focused on student learning success, who would be able to teach courses in their subject(s) of specialization inside a correctional facility.

Teaching assignments will depend on the instructors background and availability. Candidates must be willing to teach inside a correctional facility where access to technology is limited. An instructor must be flexible and able to meet the needs of the students in an environment of frequent change. Teaching assignments could include days, evenings, and weekends, according to program needs.

Successful applicants must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding.

Corrections Education offers programs in the following disciplines:

• Mathematics (Clallam Bay Corrections Center, Olympic Corrections Center)
• English (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Computer Programing and Game Design (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Facilities Maintenance (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Pastry and Specialty Baking (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Business Administration (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Accounting (Clallam Bay Corrections Center)
• Transitional Studies/Adult Basic Education (Clallam Bay Corrections Center, Olympic Corrections Center)

Essential Functions

• Prepare instruction that reflects appropriate learning objectives.
• Use course materials such as Canvas, Microsoft Office, and other applications effectively.
• Be available regularly to assist students, grading and returning student work in a timely manner and advising students on their progress in the course.
• Through the course syllabus, orient students at the beginning of each course to the courses objectives, learning outcomes, assessment methods, basis of grading, attendance requirements, the nature of assignments, and class requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Maintain an orderly learning environment.
• Maintain communication with college faculty and administration and participate in instructional discussions, supporting department, division, and college goals by providing requested data promptly.
• Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Approach this work with an equity lens, creating a barrier-free and inclusive environment for students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current knowledge of educational technology and innovative teaching methods, including the use of technology and collaborative learning.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to teach multiple levels within the subject area.
• An understanding of the goals and role of community colleges and a demonstrated commitment to student success.
• Work independently and in teams while maintaining professionalism and modeling Peninsula Colleges Guiding Principles.
• A commitment to working within a diverse college community that serves students from a wide range of socioeconomic and academic backgrounds.

Duties of the position require previous experience:

• Teaching experience in a classroom or work-related environment.
• Experience working in corrections a plus.

Required Work Schedule and Work Environment

• Classes are face-to-face inside a correctional facility, where the opportunity for violence exists.
• Work will typically be performed in a classroom and may require standing and/or sitting for extended periods.

Professional Qualifications

• English & Math: Masters Degree or Ph.D. in the field or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Vocational Programs: Masters Degree, or a combination Prior Industry Experience and Education.
• Transitional Studies: Bachelors Degree or Graduate Degree from an accredited institution.
• Previous experience in both teaching and the development of course content is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are essential. This includes the ability to speak clearly and fully comprehend written and spoken English and to communicate clearly with native and non-native English speakers.
• Successful experience working with students in a corrections environment is preferred.
• Successful experience working with diverse and disadvantaged populations essential.

Employment Terms

• Part-time position.
• Salary will be based on the part-time faculty salary schedule.
• Typical salary for a 5-credit class is $5,070.45 per quarter.
• Benefit upon eligibility governed by RCW 28B.50.489. WAC 182.12.114
• Sick leave is 8 hours per month times your Full-time equivalent

Employment Pay and Benefits Information

• Pay/Salary Range: PCFA Salary Guidance
• Credits: 11, 22, 33, 44, 55, 66, 77
• Hours: 11, 22, 33, 44, 55, 66, 77
• Salary: $1,014.09, $1,488.96, $2,028.18, $2,503.05, $2,977.92, $3,042.27, $3,517.14

Application Submission Procedure

A complete application file will include:

• A college employment application
• A cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at peninsula college
• A current resume
• Official transcripts
• Three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references¿ email addresses and telephone numbers

In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. 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 applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email to:

Human Resources Peninsula College 1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd. Port Angeles, WA 98362 Phone: (360) 417-6298 Email: pchr@pencol.edu

Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures.

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Peninsula Colleges 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 360-417-6559.

Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment

Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.

Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental