Northwest HERC

Green River College welcomes faculty who have a commitment to excellence in teaching and the ability to utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success. Given the diversity of our student population, we encourage applications from faculty who can adapt teaching methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests.

This position could teach day or evening classes at any of the following campus locations:
Main Campus - 12401 SE 320th Street Auburn
Kent Campus- Kent Station 417 Ramsay Way Suite 112 Kent

For more information about our Transitional Studies (TS) courses, please visit our website. https://www.greenriver.edu/students/academics/pre-college-basic-skills/adult-basic-education/

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:
Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees.  Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw.  Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.
 
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION:
We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities.
The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.Teach any or all of the following:

• Transitional Studies (pre-college level) math.
• Transitional Studies (pre-college level) contextualized reading/writing classes in literature, social studies, and/or science

Additionally: 

• Maintain communication with the Transitional Studies Department on a regular basis, maintain student attendance and academic records, and complete all needed paperwork for a program funded by SBCTC.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and experience working with adult students in a community college setting or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets the competency requirements for this position
• Experience fostering a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in adult education or other related area.
• Experience teaching Adult Basic Education and High School Equivalency Preparation classes including High School, Open Doors and GED® preparation in a community college or community-based setting.
• Experience in working collaboratively with and reporting to private, state, and federal agencies.
• Experience working with people of diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as those with disabilities.

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