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Health and Wellness Education Professor - Part-Time

Health and Wellness Education Professor - Part-Time

Tacoma Community CollegeTacoma, WA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Who We Are

Part-Time Faculty positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is the third largest city in Washington State with a thriving and diverse community of over 200,000 residents. Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.

To grow our workforce, we are seeking creative, collaborative faculty who are reflective of the diverse community we serve. Tacoma Community College is a public Associate- and Bachelor's-granting institution that serves a student-body of approximately 12,000 students. Our students are 27% students of color, 60% female, and have a median age of 26. We embrace our identity as a community college. Our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion, and community success. According to the Community College Survey of Student Engagement, TCC ranks high on measures of active learning and academic challenge, thanks to our creative and scholarly faculty.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black / African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who :

  • Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
  • Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
  • Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
  • Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
  • Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
  • Care deeply about student success
  • Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
  • Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
  • Reflect the diversity of our community

Regional Setting

For information on Tacoma and the surrounding area : https : / / www.tacomacc.edu / tcc-life / life_in_tacoma

Position Summary

Tacoma Community College invites applications for a part-time faculty member in Health and Wellness Education within the Healthcare Pathway. This faculty position plays a critical role in supporting student success through high-quality instruction, innovation in curriculum design, and community engagement. The position includes the opportunity to participate in the development of new allied health exploratory courses, with potential to evolve into stackable certificates aligned with local workforce needs.

The ideal candidate is an equity-minded educator committed to inclusive, student-centered learning, with a passion for promoting healthcare education and wellness across diverse populations.

Essential Functions

  • Deliver engaging and accessible instruction in in-person, online, and hybrid formats using inclusive and innovative teaching strategies.
  • Develop and revise curriculum in collaboration with program faculty, grounded in current educational research and best practices in allied health and health and wellness education.
  • Collaborate with faculty and community partners to develop exploratory allied health courses that may serve as foundational steps toward stackable certificate programs.
  • Partner with programmatic advisory committees of industry professionals to ensure curriculum remains responsive to evolving workforce trends.
  • Utilize a variety of instructional technologies, including Learning Management Systems to support student learning and success.
  • Evaluate student performance using clear, equitable, and timely feedback aligned with program standards.
  • Maintain regular virtual or on-campus office hours, as outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), to support student progress and retention.
  • Participate in outreach and recruitment efforts to engage students, particularly those from historically marginalized or underrepresented communities.
  • Engage in professional development opportunities that support effective teaching, leadership, and continuous improvement.
  • Actively participate in college-wide Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) training and events.
  • Promote an inclusive learning environment that affirms and empowers students of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
  • Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in an Allied Health Profession, Health Education, Health Promotion, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • 5 years relevant work experience AND / OR relevant current teaching experience that particularly qualify the candidate to provide instruction in Health and Wellness.
  • Current credential or certifications in an allied health profession and / or equivalent in field of instruction.
  • BLS or Healthcare CPR certification, CPR / AED certification.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master's degree in an Allied Health Profession, Health Education, Health Promotion, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
  • Knowledge of curriculum development and experience with creating new academic programs or certificates.
  • Demonstrated experience teaching in higher education or community settings, preferably in health and wellness-related disciplines.
  • Experience using online learning platforms and digital instructional tools.
  • Familiarity with community college populations and a demonstrated commitment to educational equity and student success.
  • Experience teaching at a secondary or post-secondary level.
  • Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.
  • The duties of this position require the following knowledge, skills, and abilities - or a demonstrated willingness to learn them :

  • Ability to inspire, motivate, teach, and mentor students pursuing careers in health and wellness, with a focus on the allied health professions.
  • Professional experience in a variety of healthcare settings, including acute care, with a comprehensive understanding of how health and wellness education integrate across the continuum of care.
  • Proficiency with technology and instructional tools relevant to both the healthcare and educational environments.
  • Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to model and teach these competencies to students.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners in both online and face-to-face environments.
  • Deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with cultural humility and an understanding of how social determinants impact health and learning outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to create and sustain an inclusive and welcoming learning environment that affirms and empowers students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Success in building and maintaining collaborative, respectful working relationships in diverse academic and community settings.
  • Ability to respond effectively and compassionately to the broad-ranging needs of a culturally and socioeconomically diverse student population.
  • Experience-or a willingness to develop expertise-with dynamic, interactive teaching methods that engage learners at varying levels of preparation and with diverse learning styles. This may include strategies such as collaborative learning, inquiry-based instruction, experiential learning, and integrative projects.
  • Strong ethical judgment and commitment to professional integrity and responsible decision-making.
  • Willingness to engage in collaborative problem solving and shared decision-making with faculty, staff, and community stakeholders.
  • Conditions of Employment

  • Successfully complete a criminal history background check prior to employment.
  • Application Process

    Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which may include a teaching demonstration.

    Complete application packages must include the following :

  • Tacoma Community College application form
  • Resume and cover letter describing how your educational background and experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications.
  • UNOFFICIAL Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended (official transcripts will be required for the successful candidate).
  • Tacoma Community College is committed to creating and supporting a multi-cultural climate that welcomes, fosters, respects, and celebrates diversity. Please attach a statement (maximum two pages) describing your experiences with other cultures and communities, your level of cultural self-awareness and how you have integrated both experience and self- awareness into your living / working environment
  • Terms of Employment

    This is a part time faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Part time faculty salary range is per credit hour starting at $1,217.70 - $1,457.68 . Salary ranges are subject to any approved COLA's after initial placement. If applicable, Lab credit hours are paid at 50% the credit hour rate. Professional Services hours are paid at a flat rate of $46.00-$46.00 per hour. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will commensurate with educational background and experience per the 2024 Faculty Negotiated Agreement (Article 4.00 Academic Employee Compensation ). Part-time faculty may become eligible for healthcare and retirement benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half-time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. Half time is determined based on each institution's definition of full time. Members may 'stack' workloads between other qualifying colleges. A part-time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach, to maintain eligibility. Once eligible, part-time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options. Tacoma Community College offers offers one personal leave day per academic year if the PTF have been awarded a multi-quarter appointment. Sick leave is awarded every quarter based on the full-time equivalent teaching percent . If eligibility requirements are met, a comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and long- term disability insurance plans reduced tuition for the employee ; and retirement benefits are also provided. For more information, please visit our employment page / employment benefits : https : / / www.tacomacc.edu / about / employment / . A collective bargaining agreement exist and membership in the TCC Federation of Teachers or payment of a service fee and is available anytime upon hire. Evening and off campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Degrees must be from accredited colleges or universities recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and verified by National Student Clearinghouse. International degrees will be verified for U.S. equivalency.

    Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies : Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5055; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Student Affairs Administration Office at 253-566-5115. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

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    6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466

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