About Our College Located just outside of Seattle, WA,Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers12 bachelor's degrees,42 associate degrees, and70 professional certificatesin41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes
LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the link.
JOB SUMMARY: We are looking to hire one full-time Annual Renewable Faculty with the possibility of converting to Tenure Track faculty member based on experience. It offers the opportunity to train and prepare students to enter the nursing profession. Faculty also assist in evaluating and modifying courses when necessary to meet the needs of the changes in industry. The position reports to the Dean of Nursing Programs.
The faculty position will teach in a variety of courses to include theory, lab, simulation, and clinical experiences in acute care, long term care, and/or community agencies.The teaching assignments will vary to reflect changes in staffing and enrollment and will include team teaching and sharing responsibility for a class. A portion of the clinical teaching may occur in late afternoon, weekend or evening hours and/or at off-campus locations. In addition to teaching, this position involves advising students, assisting with test construction, developing programs and curricula and participating in college governance, department/division and campus-related professional activities.
Plan and develop a variety of instructional objectives and experiences appropriate to the Nursing program's goals including appropriate general education requirements for degrees and certificate
Develop and teach productive and constructive work habits, study skills, and core skills asidentified by the college; and model the communication, computation, and human relationsskillsrequiredforemploymentinNursingfields
Develop classroom and laboratory procedures,including safety, in accordance with identifiedlocal,state,andfederalpoliciesandprocedures
Maintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college gradingrequirements
Evaluate student achievement in terms of curricular objectives as relatedto Nursingknowledgeandpractice
Follow disciplinary procedures,as prescribed in college policy, and deal consistently a fairlywithallstudents
Design learning experiences forthe unique characteristics of individual students Participatein self-improvement activities and staff development in the assigned instructional area andtechnicalfield
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of their area, including Nursing competency in areasofresponsibilityandcurrentclinicalcompetency,andrelatespecificapplicationstoindustry
Develop and maintain industry and/or community support for nursing programs by attendingcraftandadvisorycommitteemeetingsandmaintainingcontactwithindustryforco-op jobplacementandfollow-upactivities
Assist in developing, expanding,revising, and updating effective program materials anddepartmentgoals; evaluate and review program for requirements for outcomesassessments,stateand nationalaccreditation
Hold or be eligible to obtain a professional-technical certificate to teach in the technical area; valid CPR/First Aid/AHA BLS certificate required
Simulation or CHSE certification is desired
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in nursing education
Compensation & Work Schedule Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. This positions ranges from $110,725 - $129,265 per year; salary is for an academic year (173 days) and as may be adjusted according to the faculty bargained agreement. Additional compensation is earned for industry held certifications. Summer quarter employment may be available based on student enrollment. This is a full-time, Annual Renewable position.
Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment. We also offer 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, faculty employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit:lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/
Conditions of Employment
Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
Physical Requirements Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.
Disability Accommodation LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
Ability to operate office equipment
Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person
Eligibility to Work: In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, VicePresidentof Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.
Jeanne Clery Statement Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online atwww.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in theEast Buildingat 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
