Neurodiversity Navigators Part-Time Instructor

The Neurodiversity Navigators program is a nationally ranked, cohort-based, series of academic classes and supportive services designed to increase the access, retention, and completion of students self-identifying as autistic or neurodivergent.  Experiential Learning cohort classes are designed to support disability identity development through a social justice, strengths-based lens, with a focus on academic and career preparation.

The program is seeking additional faculty to teach one or more of the academic classes in the program, including:

• EXPRL 180, Skills for Navigating College and Career
• EXPRL 181, Self and Community Advocacy
• EXPRL 182, Executive Functioning in the Workplace
• EXPRL 280, Who am I, Where Am I Going?
• EXPRL 281, Connecting with Community
• STEM 111, STEM Cohort:  Intersections of Disability
• STEM 112, STEM Cohort:  Disability Access and Advocacy

Adjunct Professor is typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment.

Quarterly remuneration for 5-credit lecture class is $5,716.52 - $6,968.62. Compensation is prorated based on type and duration of assignments. Individuals newly hired to Adjunct Professor group at the college are placed at the minimum rate per union bargaining agreement. Certain positions may also be eligible for assignment/project-based additional compensation, including a High Demand Stipend up to $8,350 annually, prorated based on the discipline and duration of the assignment. All additional compensations are subject to change depending on funding and negotiated agreement.

Generous benefits package for eligible employees is offered through Washington State plans that includes 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, etc. Eligible employees are faculty who work a combined load of at least 50% at Bellevue College and other Washington State public institutions of higher education for two consecutive quarters are eligible for health and dental insurance at the start of the second consecutive quarter. 

In addition to teaching, faculty maintains office hours and may participate in department and college activities. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union.

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .

The Neurodiversity Navigators program is housed within Bellevue College’s Center for Career Connections, which in turn is a sub-unit of the Connected Learning division.  The Neurodiversity Navigators program is an innovative program at Bellevue College that offers neurodivergent students educational programming along with individualized advocacy and support to access college services. The program strives to ensure that the BC Neurodivergent population can grow and learn in a Neurodiversity Culturally Responsive environment. Neurodiversity Navigators includes a series of cohort-based classes for students, which they take alongside their chosen programs of study.  Neurodiversity Navigators experiential learning classes are designed as career preparation classes, and they focus on essential skills such as Executive Functioning, Self-Advocacy, Social Interaction, and Self-Regulation.

At Neurodiversity Navigators, the mission is to provide educational opportunities to increase self-knowledge that leads to successful academic outcomes in the areas of executive functioning, self-regulation, social interaction, self-advocacy, and career preparation. Neurodiversity Navigators supports neurodivergent students with advocacy and access services and actively promotes a campus and community environment of inclusion and understanding of students, faculty, and staff with neurological differences.

More information about our program can be found on the Neurodiversity Navigators website .

• Serve as primary instructor for one or more academic classes in the Neurodiversity Navigators program, which may include but are not limited to EXPRL 180, 181, 182, 280 and 281.
• Use a variety of teaching and learning strategies and innovative techniques, including universal design principles, that engage students actively in their own learning and assist students in the equitable achievement of learning outcomes.
• Teach courses offered in on-ground, HyFlex, hybrid, and on-line modalities that meet on a variety of days and/or times.
• Use a variety of methods to assess student learning in classes and provide timely written and verbal feedback.
• Foster a positive, caring, and equitable learning environment for a multi-cultural, multi-ability, multilingual student population.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of Neurodiversity Navigator courses relative to stated course outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing curriculum development, assessment, revision, and implementation through inter- and intra-departmental cooperation and collaboration. Maintain knowledge and skills current in discipline and area of assignment.
• Participate in the life and culture of the department, division, and college, including the college-wide effort to dismantle barriers that can impact underrepresented and historically marginalized student populations.
• Perform related duties as required.

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in Education/Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or other related field (articulate in a cover letter how your degree has prepared you for this specific position).
• Two years of experience teaching in a secondary or post-secondary environment.
• Experience teaching systemically non-dominant populations, and a dedication to closing achievement and access gaps.
• Background that shows willingness to engage in professional development activities.
• Prior experience that shows ability to work in a team environment.
• Background or prior experience that shows ability to work in an inclusive manner with diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Prior experience that utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Experience working with and supporting Autistic/Neurodivergent people along with personal involvement  within the Autistic/Neurodivergent communities.
• Proficiency in  learner-centered teaching and collaborative learning.
• Demonstrated background or prior experience in equity, fairness and inclusive pedagogy.
• Experience working with a social justice approach of disability.
• Experience working within a growth mindset, strengths-based model of disability.
• Experience in addressing and monitoring equity and disproportionate impact issues in higher education.

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at [email protected]  if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. 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.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .

Check frequently in your inbox, spam, junk, clutter email folders for any communication regarding the next steps from Bellevue College and our background check partners.

Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

Applications received by 11/06/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips  before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
• Attach a statement of your Teaching Philosophy (max 2 pages)
• Attach a copy of academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts may be submitted - official transcripts required upon employment)

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to [email protected] .

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact [email protected]  .