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UW Continuum College expands the reach of the University of Washington by delivering educational programs that meet the needs of learners at all phases of their lives. We're focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment, and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. As a diverse community that values inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a respectful, supportive workplace where innovation comes to life. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we're creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change. 

UW Continuum College (UWC2) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time instructor for the Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) Certificate in GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS, specifically for the Principles of Cartography and Thematic Design course which is taught in autumn quarter, and in a classroom setting on the UW Seattle Campus. Two sections of the GIS certificate program, online and in-person, are being offered in the 2022-23 academic year and the instructional team is being expanded. Instructors serve a key role in certificate programs, engaging with students, serving as subject matter experts, presenting learning content, and assessing whether learners have achieved course competencies. PCE students consistently say that the instructor is the single most important element of their course. 

Professional and Continuing Education Instructors... 

• Teach to a set curriculum plan with clear learning outcomes and competencies – these will align with the Online section for this course and in collaboration with those instructors 

• Prepare a course syllabus in advance of the course start date (templates provided) 

• Ensure that lesson plans and presentation materials for the full course are relevant and current 

• Teach all class sessions at the scheduled time and in association with a second instructor for this course 

• Respond to student inquiries and provide feedback on student assignments in a timely manner  

• Coordinate with other instructors in the certificate program, to ensure curriculum continuity across courses 

• Adapt instructional techniques based on feedback from students and the Program Manager, and implement sound pedagogical practices 

• Complete instructor onboarding, relevant learning technology training, and other training as needed 

• Observe FERPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws and policies. 

• Participate in 1-2 instructor meetings and information sessions per year 

The instructor for Principles of Cartography and Thematic Design will provide 3 hours of teaching in-person per week (course class time, Wednesday evening), plus preparation time, and provision of student assessment and feedback. Preparation time includes readiness to use UW online platforms and learning technologies as needed. An approximate average of 6 hours total per week is expected for preparation and teaching activities. Additional time will be needed for student communications, team meetings and program staff consultations. 

PCE courses are generally 10 weeks in duration and align with the UW academic quarter calendar.  Information on the Professional and Continuing Education Certificate in GIS may be found at https://www.pce.uw.edu/certificates/geographic-information-systems. 

UWC2 Extension Lecturers / Instructors are Academic Staff, not faculty. This is a part-time, temporary position. 

• A Bachelor's degree in earth science, geography, environmental, or social sciences 

• Teaching experience  

• 5 years of Cartography experience using Esri products, and must be well versed in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online 

• Experience creating mapping solutions that include but are not limited to dot density, choropleth, proportional symbols, flow mapping, cartograms, surfaces, typography, and 3D visualizations 

• Familiar with and able to troubleshoot coordinate system and projection issues 

• Knowledge of advanced cartographic principles and methods in different information product types (paper maps, web maps, etc.) understanding the capabilities and limitations of symbol/media choices 

• Firm understanding of color theory, figure-ground principles, typography, and mapping evaluation 

• Ability to supervise and train students on day-to-day software workflows 

• Good IT skills including data organization and management, and troubleshooting capabilities 

• Be up to date with emerging cartographic software, techniques, and methodologies 

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally, in writing and in presentations 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Prior teaching experience with adult learners, and some in an online environment 

• Prior teaching experience in the field of cartography and GIS applications 

• Knowledge of other Esri compatible software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe for Maps addin, Leaflet, Mapbox 

To apply to teach the course Principles of Cartography & Thematic Design, please submit the following: 

• A cover letter describing your interest in the position and relevant experience 

• Resume or CV 

• Names and contact information of three references. [optional] 

• A link to a professional webpage, Google scholar page (if applicable), and Github profile (if applicable). [optional] 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and review of applications will occur intermittently dependent. Applications received by August 12 2022, will receive priority consideration. 

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University's Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member's academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information

Under Washington State Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.