Art Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

Location: Spokane CC Main Campus Spokane

Department: SCC Social Sciences/Humanities

Open continuous. 

Starting salary for this position is: $43.15 to $91.81 per hour based on workload category.

This is an adjunct (part-time) position. Compensation will be pro-rated according to the amount of workload assigned. Spokane Colleges reserves the right to cancel this recruitment without notice. Academic employees are represented by the Association of Higher Education (AHE), which is affiliated with NEA and WEA. Membership is optional.

This position is part of an open continuous recruitment. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed as departmental needs arise. Submission of an application does not indicate an immediate hiring opportunity.

About Us 

Spokane Community College is seeking qualified Adjunct Art Instructors to teach introductory and/or survey-level Art and Art History courses. Courses may include, but are not limited to, Introduction to Art, Art History, or period-based survey courses such as Ancient/Medieval Art, Renaissance/Baroque Art, or Modern Art.

Adjunct instructors support the academic mission of the Social Science and Humanities Department by delivering high-quality instruction, engaging students in critical and creative thinking, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Spokane Community College, part of Spokane Colleges, serves 15,000 students with career technical, liberal arts, and adult education programs in Spokane and surrounding rural communities.

First review of applications will occur on 05/08/2026, interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

About the Art Instructor - Adjunct - Spokane Community College

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach assigned Art and/or Art History courses in accordance with approved learning outcomes.
• Prepare course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Provide timely feedback and evaluate student performance.
• Hold office hours or provide reasonable availability to support student success.
• Promote and support a multicultural and diverse learning environment.

MINIMUM QULIFICATIONS 

• Earned Master’s degree in art, Art History, Fine Arts, or a closely related field.

DESIRED QULIFICATIONS

• College-level teaching experience.
• Ability to teach broad survey or introductory Art and Art History coursework.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation and nontraditional students.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

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. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Benefits Information

Adjunct faculty must work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full-time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only). Once determined to be eligible, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the beginning of the quarter. Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA retirement plan or WA State Retirement Plan; leave accruals and usage are governed by the faculty master contract.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information

Required Application Materials

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
• Resume.
• References – the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.
• College transcript(s) if applicable - unofficial/copies of transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are required upon hire.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at [email protected]. 

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / [email protected].