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How much do community college math instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for community college math instructor in Seattle, WA is $28.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $32.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community College Math Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community College Math Instructor, you need a strong background in mathematics, effective teaching skills, and typically a master's degree in mathematics or a closely related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard, as well as digital assessment tools, is often required. Outstanding communication, patience, and the ability to inspire and support diverse learners are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for creating engaging learning environments and ensuring student success across varying levels of mathematical ability.

What are some common challenges faced by community college math instructors, and how can they be addressed?

Community college math instructors often encounter a diverse range of student skill levels and learning backgrounds, which can make it challenging to design lessons that engage everyone. Additionally, many students may have math anxiety or lack confidence in the subject. Instructors can address these challenges by incorporating active learning techniques, offering additional support through office hours or tutoring, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment that encourages questions and collaboration. Regular assessments and feedback also help instructors adjust their teaching to meet students' needs.

What does a Community College Math Instructor do?

A Community College Math Instructor teaches mathematics courses to students enrolled at a community college. Their responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, delivering lectures, designing and grading assignments and exams, and providing academic support to students. Instructors may teach a variety of math courses, from basic arithmetic to college-level algebra, statistics, or calculus. They often help students develop foundational math skills needed for academic and career success. Additionally, they may participate in curriculum development and contribute to departmental meetings or college activities.

How to become a community college math teacher?

To become a community college math instructor, you typically need at least a master's degree in mathematics or a related field, along with teaching experience or a teaching certification. Strong communication skills and proficiency with educational technology are also important. Some institutions may require a doctorate for certain positions or for advancement.
What cities near Seattle, WA are hiring for Community College Math Instructor jobs? Cities near Seattle, WA with the most Community College Math Instructor job openings:
Infographic showing various Community College Math Instructor job openings in Seattle, WA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,366 per year, or $28.5 per hour.
Business Technologies and Administrative Careers Instructor

Business Technologies and Administrative Careers Instructor

Green River College

Auburn, WA โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Main Campus - 12401 SE 320th Street Auburn, WA
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 23-ADJ-BTAC
Department: Instruction
Opening Date: 08/22/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Summary
Green River College welcomes individuals to apply who have a commitment to teach 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 applicants who can adapt instructional methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests.
Classes taught may include, but are not limited, to the following classes: Fundamentals of Computers, Keyboarding, Microsoft Applications classes (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote), Business Math Applications, Business Correspondence, Office Relations and Procedures, Legal Office Procedures, and other courses as needed.
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.
Position Responsibilities
This assignment may also include the following:
  • Conduct classroom instruction.
  • Research texts, equipment, and supplies for assigned courses.
  • Develop and update curriculum, including e-Learning courses, as guided by Advisory Committee recommendations.
  • Maintain academic and professional competency.
  • Cooperate with faculty in meeting goals and objectives for the department.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in a business, education, or technology-related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master's degree in a business, education, or technology-related field
  • Secondary education or community college teaching experience
  • Demonstrated experience working with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds as well as those with disabilities.
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS
The Business Technologies and Administrative Careers (BTAC) department is seeking qualified adjunct instructors to teach BTAC classes as needed at our Auburn and Kent campuses.
The following is an example of the courses that may be assigned to adjunct faculty:
  • BTAC 100: Fundamentals of Computers
  • BTAC 101: Beginning Typing/Keyboarding
  • BTAC 102: Intermediate Keyboarding
  • BTAC 103: Advanced Keyboarding
  • BTAC 107: Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy I
  • BTAC 108: Keyboarding Speed and Accuracy II
  • BTAC 110: Business Math Applications
  • BTAC 111: Intro to Computer Literacy
  • BTAC 112: Beginning Word
  • BTAC 130: Business Correspondence
  • BTAC 132: Business Communication Applications
  • BTAC 140: Records Management
  • BTAC 150: Introduction to Windows
  • BTAC 162: Beginning Excel
  • BTAC 163: Advanced Excel
  • BTAC 184: Introduction to Web Design
  • BTAC 185: Introduction to Access
  • BTAC 214: Introduction to Information Security
  • BTAC 220: Technology in the Legal Office
  • BTAC 235: Legal Office Procedures
  • BTAC 250: Office Relations and Procedures
  • BTAC 255: Advanced Word
  • BTAC 266: Inside Microsoft Office
Courses may be offered at various times throughout the school year. See the
Supplemental Information
Attach the following with your completed online application and responses to the Supplemental Questions (located under the tab titled "Supplemental Questions") to be considered for this position.
  • A Cover Letter which specifically describes how you meet each qualification
  • Resume
  • Supplemental question(s)
(*) Should you have any difficulties uploading the below documents, please contact NeoGov tech support at 1-855-524-5627 Mon-Fri 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. pacific time.At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.
This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (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.)
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law RCW 28B.112.080.
Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link:
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report- Green River College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at , containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 253-288-3350.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, (253) 288-3320.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Support Services at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2631; TTY (253) 288-3359.
Equal Opportunity Employer and Statement of Non-Discrimination: Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual sensory, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Green River College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including sex-based harassment, and sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Green River College's Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Reporting: Any employee, student, applicant, or visitor who believes that he, she or they have been the subject of discrimination or harassment should report the incident or incidents to the College's appropriate Title IX Coordinator identified below. If the complaint is against that Coordinator, the complainant should report the matter to the President's office for referral to an alternate designee.
For students/employees/public/visitors/applicants: Korland Simmons, Title IX Coordinator โ€ข Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
More than Just a Paycheck!Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package.
Health Benefits:Adjunct faculty may become eligible for benefits if they work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only).
Newly-hired adjunct faculty are eligible for PEBB insurance benefits when they have taught 50 percent or more of a full-time workload* for two consecutive quarters at one or more public higher education institutions, going on benefits the start of the second quarter at 50% or more. Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the
Adjunct faculty who initially meet the State Board Retirement Plan Eligibility criteria after June 30, 2011 are given the option to participate in the State Board Plan (TIAA-CREF) or to participate in TRS 3, and have 30 days to make a choice. The eligibility threshold for participation in the State Board Retirement Plan (TIAA-CREF) is 50 percent of a full-time workload* at one or more college districts or the State Board for two consecutive quarters. There may be other options available under limited circumstances.
Leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.
*Half time is defined as one-half of the full-time academic workload as determined by each institution, except that half time for community and technical colleges faculty employees is governed by RCW 28B.50.489.
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At which Green River campus or campuses are you willing to teach? (Auburn, Enumclaw, Kent)
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At what time(s) are you available to teach? (Morning, afternoon, evening)
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Did you complete all the work history and education fields of the online application? If you did not complete these fields your application will not be considered for further screening.
  • Yes
  • No

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