Description
Opportunity Description
Seattle Central College is looking to hire a Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty Nursing Instructor in the Nursing Department.
Salary Range for this position is $111,738 to $137,996 annually (depending on experience).
Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin January 22nd, 2026.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Dean. This a 9-month, full-time, tenure track faculty position in the nursing program at the Seattle Colleges: South Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and North Seattle College. The nursing program includes the current ADN program and a planned RN to BSN program. The instructor will provide didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction. This position reports to and is supervised by the Dean of Nursing and the Associate Dean of Nursing. Nursing courses may be taught at any of the Seattle Colleges District campuses within the Seattle area.
This position is typically scheduled to work Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM. The schedule may vary depending on program needs. May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed. This position works across the nursing district program at all 3 locations. North Seattle, South Seattle and the Health Education Center.
This position works 100% of the time on-site.
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT.
About Us
We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle Colleg and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:
- Competitive Pay Rates
- Promotional Opportunities
- Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
- Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
- Transportation benefits
- Tuition Waivers
- PEBB Wellness Plan
- Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.
Application Procedures:
- Attached current Resume
- Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online
Notice to Applicants:
Please note that Seattle Colleges has moved to holding interviews virtually using video conference options such as Zoom or Teams. As such, if you are selected for an interview, please be prepared to hold your interview virtually.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Seattle Colleges is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.
What you will be working on:
- Teach Associate Degree Nursing and future Bachelor of Science Nursing didactic, laboratory skills, and clinical courses
- Document student skills/learning and submit required documents and grades.
- Creating lesson plans that accomplish predefined learning goals
- Teaching classroom-based courses through lectures and discussions
- Demonstrating techniques and best practices for students
- Overseeing clinical practice components of nurse education and training programs
- Helping to develop curriculum for nurse training programs in cooperation with other faculty or directors of nursing
- Staying up-to-date on the latest advances in medicine and changes to best practice standards for patient care
- Work cooperatively as a team member with the Dean of Nursing, Associate Dean of Nursing, other nursing program faculty, staff, college and district faculty and staff.
- Be actively involved in continuous program improvement with nursing program faculty and staff, meeting all accreditation (ACEN and CCNE), WABON, college, and district requirements.
- Be actively involved in major college and district committees and initiatives.
- Continuously improve nursing and teaching knowledge and skills; take advantage of professional development opportunities.
- Meet all professional obligations and all other provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.
What you bring as a candidate: (Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)
- Master's degree in nursing with a current unencumbered Washington State RN License
- Minimum three years of experience in nursing
- Experience and versatility in one or more of the following specialties:
- Mental Health
- Pediatrics
- Medical Surgical
- Simulation Certification Preferred
- Geriatrics
Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation
Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.
PHYSICAL SETTING:
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment
- Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
- Physical ability to perform required work, including (but not limited to) the ability to lift at least 50 pounds, and to walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, climb, reach, grasp, push and pull on a regular to continuous basis
- Work is performed throughout the campus in a variety of weather conditions and encounters noises typical of these settings
Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, hair texture or protective hairstyles, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyber bullying."
Students, employees, and applicants at Seattle Colleges can reach the Title IX Coordinator or ADA/Section 504 Coordinator for questions about discrimination, harassment or grievance procedures.
Background Check Statement
Prior to a new 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. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.
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