NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Physics, Adjunct Faculty
Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. The Physics Department is seeking a part-time physics instructor committed to teaching effectiveness and closing opportunity gaps, responsible for teaching introductory physics courses and maintaining office hours.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Teach a 6-credit combined lecture/lab class or a 5 credit Lecture class. Class sizes are typically 24 students
Teach physics courses spanning the physics department offerings as assigned. Current offerings include the two main introductory physics sequences (algebra-based and calculus-based), a modern physics course, an inquiry-based course to prepare students for the introductory sequences, an inquiry-based course in support of information technology, an inquiry-based course in support of the visual and performing arts, and a lecture-based introductory course for arts and humanities majors
Teach in face-to-face settings and/or synchronous and/or asynchronous virtual settings
Prepare course materials, including varied assessments of student knowledge
Design and facilitate learning experiences centered around student needs and interests by using varied instruction methods and resources
Hold weekly office hours in accordance with the current faculty contract and generally assist students in person one-on-one and/or both through electronic media and in-person
Use data, self-reflection, and student/colleague feedback to revise your instruction, improve student success, and better serve historically underserved, underrepresented, or marginalized student populations (e.g. students with disabilities, black and indigenous students of color, first-generation college students, LGBTQIA+ students, veterans, English language learners, etc.)
Grade and/or provide useful feedback to students in a way that promotes student understanding and improvement. Assign overall course grades
Demonstrate a strong commitment to student success through fostering a positive and caring learning environment where diversity and pluralism are valued
Qualification
Required
A master's degree in physics or a bachelor's degree in physics and a master's in a closely related discipline
Ability to communicate effectively (to students and colleagues)
Demonstrated ability to relate to students and staff of varied ethnicity, age, background and ability, and a commitment to achieving educational success in a culturally diverse environment
Experience with and dedication to incorporating educational equity into teaching practices to address the needs of students of varied identities and backgrounds, and closing opportunity gaps for historically marginalized students
Preferred
Documented successful college teaching experience in physics
Experience with community college teaching and a sincere interest in student success in an open enrollment institution
Knowledge of current physics education research and applications of research findings
Concentrated interest or experience in hands-on experimental aspects of physics
Experience and continuing interest in ways to make explicit the connections between physical theory and the physical world as experienced by students
Experience with teaching physics for the biological sciences and current curriculum development for these courses
Experience in the preparation of K-12 teachers of physics or physical sciences
Benefits
Generous health and dental insurance for eligible employees
Multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents
Choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans
Paid personal leave plan
Transit program
Reduced tuition
Employee discounts and memberships
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Recent News
Canada NewsWire
2025-11-14
2025-11-14
Government Technology US
2025-10-31
Company data provided by crunchbase