Whatcom Community College
Non-Represented, Community Education Instructor-Conversational Italian
Whatcom Community College, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227
Non-Represented, Community Education Instructor-Conversational Italian
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Whatcom Community College About The College Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington. Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population. The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. About Our Community Whatcom's campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on 'best of the Northwest' lists. General Description Of Work Whatcom Community College's Community & Continuing Education Department invites applications for a Non-Permanent, Non-Represented instructor to lead conversational Italian courses for adult learners. Responsibilities
Serve as lead instructor for beginning to intermediate conversational non-credit Italian courses for adult learners. Review and adapt curriculum and instructional materials as needed to suit student needs, interests, and learning levels. Provide dynamic, engaging, and culturally relevant instruction focused on practical conversation skills. Foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment for adults with diverse backgrounds and language experience. Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly. Develop and maintain effective working relationships. Support the college's mission in service to the community. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Fluency in Italian and strong understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and conversational nuance. Prior experience teaching adults in a classroom or community education setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to create a welcoming, interactive, and student-centered learning experience. Teaching certificate or TESOL training a plus, but not required Salary Foreign language instructors are paid on a stipend basis based on the class hours and enrollment. The stipend starts at a $35 an hour equivalent. Start Date Quarterly-beginning Winter 2026. Application Due Date For guaranteed consideration, application packets should be received as soon as possible. Position open until filled. How To Apply A completed application consists of an online application and:
A letter of application that addresses the job requirements outlined in this announcement. A current résumé. List of three professional references with contact information. Mission and Vision Statement Mission:
Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society. Vision:
Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education. EEO Statement Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator.
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Non-Represented, Community Education Instructor-Conversational Italian
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Whatcom Community College About The College Whatcom Community College (WCC) is a public associate and applied baccalaureate degree granting institution with an accomplished faculty and staff who serve 7,604 students annually on its beautiful 72-acre campus in Bellingham, Washington. Whatcom offers transfer degrees, applied baccalaureate degrees, professional and technical training programs, basic education, job skills, and community and continuing education classes. Programs and courses are offered through in-person, hybrid, and online modalities to promote access for a diverse student population. The College is committed to equal opportunity and believes diversity of experiences and cultures enrich our campus community. The College is accredited by The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. About Our Community Whatcom's campus is located in Bellingham (population 95,960). Bellingham showcases a strong commitment to education and is regularly rated on 'best of the Northwest' lists. General Description Of Work Whatcom Community College's Community & Continuing Education Department invites applications for a Non-Permanent, Non-Represented instructor to lead conversational Italian courses for adult learners. Responsibilities
Serve as lead instructor for beginning to intermediate conversational non-credit Italian courses for adult learners. Review and adapt curriculum and instructional materials as needed to suit student needs, interests, and learning levels. Provide dynamic, engaging, and culturally relevant instruction focused on practical conversation skills. Foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment for adults with diverse backgrounds and language experience. Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly. Develop and maintain effective working relationships. Support the college's mission in service to the community. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Fluency in Italian and strong understanding of grammar, vocabulary, and conversational nuance. Prior experience teaching adults in a classroom or community education setting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to create a welcoming, interactive, and student-centered learning experience. Teaching certificate or TESOL training a plus, but not required Salary Foreign language instructors are paid on a stipend basis based on the class hours and enrollment. The stipend starts at a $35 an hour equivalent. Start Date Quarterly-beginning Winter 2026. Application Due Date For guaranteed consideration, application packets should be received as soon as possible. Position open until filled. How To Apply A completed application consists of an online application and:
A letter of application that addresses the job requirements outlined in this announcement. A current résumé. List of three professional references with contact information. Mission and Vision Statement Mission:
Whatcom Community College contributes to the vitality of its communities by providing quality education in academic transfer, professional-technical, and lifelong learning, preparing students for active citizenship in a global society. Vision:
Whatcom is a supportive community, empowering lives through education. EEO Statement Whatcom Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator.
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