Adjunct Faculty POOL- CDL Instructor Clarkston (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Adjunct Faculty POOL- CDL Instructor Clarkston (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Institution: Walla Walla Community College

Location: Clarkston, WA

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 2025-1025 CDL CLK

Closing: Continuous

Description

Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) seeks to develop applicant pools for adjunct faculty to teach course offerings throughout the 2025-2026 academic year. WWCC offers opportunities for adjunct faculty to teach courses at all of our campuses: Walla Walla, Clarkston, Washington State Penitentiary, Coyote Ridge Corrections Center, as well as online/remotely.

Part-time/temporary adjunct faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals.

WWCC accepts applications for adjunct faculty positions on a continuous basis. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit materials at any time.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach College-approved Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) courses in alignment with Washington State and Federal standards.
• Deliver instruction and hands-on training in areas such as pre-trip inspection, backing maneuvers, shifting procedures, coupling/uncoupling, and safe driving practices.
• Monitor student performance during on-road and lab instruction, ensuring safe vehicle operation at all times.
• Evaluate student progress, provide timely feedback, and assign final grades.
• Communicate course expectations clearly to students with varying skill levels.
• Utilize instructional tools and technology appropriate to course delivery.
• Maintain accurate records related to student performance and course outcomes.
• Be available to students for consultation related to coursework, as appropriate.

Required Qualifications

• Possession of a valid commercial driver's license and five (5) years of experience driving with a CDL Class A License without air brake, manual transmission or 5th wheel restrictions.
• Ten (10) years driving abstract with no violations in the past three (3) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years' experience teaching CDL at a community college.
• Documented satisfactory completion of a Trade School certified in commercial truck driving preparation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CDL state and federal laws and Washington State traffic laws.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.
• Military experience in the role of heavy truck operator.

Compensation

Compensation for an adjunct assistant professor is contingent on enrollment and paid in accordance with the contract between the WWCC Board of Trustees and the WWCC Association for Higher Education. Refer to WWCC Human Resources Page, Appendix C for the adjunct salary schedule.

Required Application Materials

• NEOGOV online application
• A cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications and competencies for this position.
• Curriculum vitae or comprehensive resume.
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.
• Answers to all supplemental questions.
• Unofficial transcripts for application purposes; official transcripts are required prior to an official start date.