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A Humanities Research job involves studying human culture, history, philosophy, literature, and related fields to generate new insights and knowledge. Researchers analyze texts, artifacts, and social phenomena using critical thinking and qualitative methods. They may work in academic institutions, think tanks, museums, or publishing. Their work often includes writing reports, publishing findings, and teaching.

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Humanities Associate Faculty

Humanities Associate Faculty

Everett Community College

Everett, WA • On-site

$19K/mo

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Everett Community College
Job Type: Part-Time Faculty
Division: Instruction
Department: Humanities
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Bargaining Unit: AFT
First review date (applicant screening begins):: 06/15/2026
We are committed to hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of our institution and possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of our students.
Overview
The Humanities department at Everett Community College includes Humanities, World Languages, Philosophy, Journalism, Global Studies, Creative Writing and Literature courses. This new interdisciplinary department serves students across the college in meeting Humanities distribution classes for the Direct Transfer Agreement (AAS-DTA), as well as students who are interested in focusing on these disciplines. Classes are held primarily hybrid or fully in-person.
Examples of courses taught include:
  • HUM& 101: Introduction to Humanities
  • ENGL 120: Native American Literature

TITLE: Humanities Associate Faculty
SALARY: $19,015/quarter at 100% course load*
DEPARTMENT: Humanities
REPORTS TO: Associate Dean of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
POSITION NUMBER: Instructional Associate Faculty
This position is eligible for hybrid work location, per Everett Community College's Telework Policy
*Courses vary in credits/load. For example, one 5 credit lecture course would be 33.33% course load, or $6,338.42/quarter.
*Please review Appendix D (page 68) of the AFT Contract for full salary information
*Additional compensation may be available for courses that meet high wage / high demand criteria
Duties & Responsibilities
Teaching
- Foster an equitable, anti-racist, and culturally inclusive learning environment and demonstrate an awareness of the experiences and needs of the current student population
- Develop curriculum, prepare, modify and deliver teaching/learning activities designed to maximize student learning and foster inclusive excellence.
- Teach courses in accordance with the course record, course syllabus, approved student learning objectives, and quarterly course schedules. Design and/or deliver course assignments, learning activities and assessments that enable students to meet the course's stated learning outcomes.
- Develop a current course syllabus using the College's inclusive syllabus template and submit it to the Instruction Office prior to the start of the quarter.
- At the course level, assess student work using appropriate methodologies that promote further learning; at the department or program level; at the program or department level, disaggregate, review and assess student learning outcomes with the goal of continuous improvement and reduction of opportunity gaps.
- Complete summative evaluations of student work during the College's scheduled finals week; submit final grades by the designated deadline.
- Create and maintain department and student records in accordance with college policies and procedures.
- Refer students to college services, community agencies and other professionals as appropriate.
- Establish, post, and maintain regularly scheduled office hours for consultation with students.
Continuation of Professional Standards
- Stay current in relevant best practices, emerging topics, and research.
Participation in College Matters
- Complete annual trainings as required by state and federal law and the College as identified by the College. Associate Faculty will be compensated for trainings required by the College.
- Maintain certification and/or licensure required by the College in the performance of the faculty member's assignment.
Optional Duties
- By mutual agreement, compensation may be available for participation in the following:
- Opening week activities, meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Faculty forum.
- Annual graduation ceremony in June.
- Serving on committees.
- Department, division and college meetings and be involved in department, division and college matters.
- Maintain regular office hours for consultation with students.
- Advise students in their course selections, programs, and pathways.
Reassigned Time
- The leadership of the College has the right to assign faculty duties to faculty members.
- Faculty may be assigned non-faculty duties including, but not limited to, administrative functions, leadership of college initiatives, or other specially assigned duties.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Master's Degree in Literature, Environmental Literature, Humanities, American Indian Studies, or related discipline
- Experience teaching Environmental or Native American Literature or similar courses at the college level
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to use a Learning Management System (such as Canvas or Blackboard)
- Knowledge of classroom strategies for effectively facilitating learning for students from diverse backgrounds, including differences in culture, heritage, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, class, and religion
- Asset-based approach when interacting with students, faculty, and staff across the college
- Ability to teach classes in person at our Everett campus
Additional Information
Physical Requirements
Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
- Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, printers, and telecommunication devices.
- Ability to observe, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
- Ability to prepare and present detailed reports, both in written and audible formats.
- Ability to exchange information on the phone, through video conferencing, or in person.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine tasks.
- Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Terms of Employment
- Temporary, part-time position with quarterly assignments, days/times vary by courses taught
- FLSA overtime exempt
- Position is subject to Everett Community College policies and procedures.
- Represented by American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement
Notice to Applicants
This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Background Check
Prior to 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.
Drug-Free Campus
In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCC's policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.
The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.
Safety and Security
EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.
Reasonable Accommodations and Non-Discrimination
Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy
Everett Community College does not discriminate based on, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, language, culture, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, actual or perceived disability, use of service animal, economic status, military or veteran status, spirituality or religion, or genetic information in its programs, activities, or employment.
Contact the following people with inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, Title IX compliance, or Americans with Disabilities Act compliance:
Equal Opportunity Director: EqualOpportunity@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271;
ADA Coordinator: ADACoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9232;
Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271.
HR offices are located in Olympus Hall 111, 2000 Tower St. Everett, WA 98201.
For more information, visit the Equal Opportunity and Title IX website.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including: health care, dental, vision, , deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees may be eligible for benefits, depending on employee type and hours worked.
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