Nursing Lecture Highline College

Posting will remain open until filled. Priority consideration for applications received by May 12, 2024.



HC welcomes faculty who are committed to using or learning to use evidence-based practices to improve the success of our racially, ethnically, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse students and close equity gaps experienced by students from historically minoritized groups. We strongly encourage members of historically minoritized groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.



The  Opportunity
Highline College (HC) is seeking qualified applicants for one full-time, lecturer position in the Nursing Program. Successful candidates will demonstrate the following abilities

Use equity-minded approaches to teaching and learning for a racially, ethnically, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse student body; Design curriculum, pedagogy, and assessments relevant to students; Value what students already know; Empower students to demonstrate knowledge in multiple ways as appropriate for the discipline and program. Candidates should be able and excited to teach Medical/Surgical content from basic to advanced topics of study.  Additional consideration will be given to candidates with knowledge and experience in specialty areas such as pediatrics, geriatrics, critical care, mother/baby, and especially mental health.


HC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. HC faculty value self-reflective practice and continued professional growth. We strive to cultivate a welcoming and supportive learning environment for our diverse students, including a significant number of students who transition from our very large non-credit ESL program to credit-bearing certificate and degree programs. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.


HC Nursing faculty teach a faculty load range 165-263 contact hours per quarter, advise students, and participate in college service activities.


This position is expected to begin in Fall Quarter, September 2024.



ABOUT HIGHLINE COLLEGE Established in 1961, Highline College is a comprehensive community college providing certificates as well as associate's and bachelor's degrees in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, and Adult Basic Education.  We serve transfer students, Running Start students, Professional-Technical students, International Students, Adult Basic Education students, English Language Learners, students with intellectual disabilities, and lifelong learners of all ages.  
Committed to the success of all students and to closing racial equity gaps, Highline College is the most diverse community college in Washington State and one of the most diverse in the United States. 20% of current students identify as Black/African American, 18% identify as Asian, 18% identify as White, 16% identify as Hispanic/Latinx, 2% identify as Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, 1% identify as Native American or Alaska Native, and .7% identify as Filipino. Highline's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community.  Highline aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics of our region.  This aspiration reflects both our commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice, and our desire to maintain the excellence of our faculty.
MISSION: As a public institution of higher education serving a diverse community in a multicultural world and global economy, Highline College promotes student engagement, learning, and achievement, integrates diversity and globalism throughout the college, sustains relationships within its communities, and practices sustainability in human resources, operations, and teaching and learning.  Adopted August 2013.
VISION: Highline College is valued as the educational crossroads where dreams are shaped, communities are created, and excellence is achieved.  As an essential part of our  mission and vision , diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.
VALUES: Highline College is committed to these values:
Access: We believe education should be available to all who seek it;
Collaboration: We value teamwork, joint responsibility and ownership;
Community: We value our community and are dedicated to serving its educational needs;
Diversity: We respect the rights and perspectives of the diverse populations, who live, learn and work in our community;
Excellence: We strive for the highest quality in all our programs and services;
Integrity: We believe in honesty and trustworthiness in all our college practices;
Internationalization : We value a global perspective and respect cultural diversity;
Learning : We develop an interactive, creative and learner-centered environment that supports student success.
LOCATION: Highline College is located in a diverse community just 15 minutes south of downtown Seattle, with easy access to a dynamic urban arts scene, world-class cultural and sporting events, and unsurpassed outdoor recreation opportunities.  The college annually serves more than 16,500 students, and with a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages, Highline has been consistently ranked as one of the most diverse colleges in the nation.
HIGHLINE COLLEGE OFFERS: An unrelenting focus on our mission to increase access, improve learning, and strengthen partnerships with our surrounding community;
Robust support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship;
A friendly, supportive, and highly engaged work environment with diverse colleagues;
Excellent benefits including competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs. 
DID YOU KNOW? Highline College is in the process of implementing guided pathways as a campus-wide transformation strategy designed to improve student success and decrease equity gaps. HC received a federally funded, five-year Title III grant in October 2020 designed to support our guided pathways work. HC is also developing a new Equity-First Strategic Plan with broad campus participation. Duties and Responsibilities Please address the following in your application. If you don't have experience in an academic setting, please address within the framework of your professional experience:
Incorporate an equity-minded approach to teaching and learning; Teach a range of core nursing courses, including clinical rotations, which may include evening, weekend, and off campus sections; Provide on-campus and/or online instruction in nursing designed to promote effective learning; Create a positive learning environment for students using diverse teaching methods to support and enhance student success; Develop, assess, and analyze student achievement of course learning outcomes with goal of enhancing and improving student learning; Regularly participate with department colleagues in creating quarterly and annual assessment reports; Develop, monitor, and assess student learning outcomes and fully participate in the college's program improvement/program review process; Advise students in planning their educational programs at Highline and beyond; Pursue appropriate professional development activities related to advising; Participate in department, division, and other College activities, including College governance; Participate in faculty development opportunities related to discipline, program, and/or methods of teaching; Remain current in evidence-based practice in nursing, including participating in the design, assessment, review and revision of courses, where appropriate, in response to developments in the field; Maintain a current and active nursing license; Participate in Nursing Program accreditation preparation and activities; Complete other related duties and special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Have a minimum of a graduate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and from a nursing education program that is accredited by a nursing education accreditation body recognized by the United States Department of Education; OR A bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and from a nursing education program that is accredited by a nursing education accreditation body recognized by the United States Department of Education, and a graduate degree in a health or education related field from an accredited college or university.
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AND Nursing faculty shall have an active, unencumbered Washington state registered nurse license.  (WAC ******** ) Desired Qualifications: Teaching experience, preferably at the community college level; Two years of professional experience as a registered nurse; Clinical simulation experience; Fluency in one or more languages other than English. About Highline College
Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students – a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages.
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