Part-time Lecturer Jobs in Washington
Part-time Lecturer jobs in Washington are consistently active, concentrated in higher education, professional development, and community workforce training, with openings at every level from adjunct instructors to experienced subject-matter faculty. The highest volume of postings appears in Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane, where institutions such as the University of Washington, Washington State University, and the community college districts under the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges anchor the market. The most in-demand specialties include business and technology, health sciences, and writing and communication. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Lecturer Part-Time Temporary Chemistry
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: University of Washington, TacomaOrganization: Department of Sciences and Mathematics
Title: Lecturer Part-Time Temporary Chemistry
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Sciences and Mathematics (School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences) at the University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for part-time lecturer (temporary) in Chemistry with an anticipated start date of December 16, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a part-time; 40-80% FTE basis for 6-months during the academic year (Dec 16-June 15). Reappointments are contingent upon instruction needs, performance and funding.
The base salary range for this position will be $2,328 - $4657 per month at 40-80% FTE, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform highly effective and inclusive teaching, using a variety of pedagogical techniques and technologies, in an urban-serving campus environment. They will be prepared to teach courses serving students from majors including engineering, environmental science, and biomedical sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to teach primarily in our general chemistry series (TCHEM 142, 152, 162), including lecture and laboratory instruction. Instruction in other disciplines (such as organic chemistry or biochemistry) may be possible, depending on candidate experience and department need.
About the Tacoma Campus and the Sciences and Mathematics Department
The University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) is a growing, urban-servicing university that is deeply invested in its local communities. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UWT is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship, and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. Consistent with the institution’s urban-serving mission, UWT provides a unique environment for faculty to creatively develop their teaching, scholarship, and service portfolios, and to engage with the Tacoma community. UWT’s commitment to access is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty, and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth.
The School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at UW Tacoma is comprised of three academic departments, among the seven schools that make up the UWT campus. The mission of the Sciences and Mathematics Department (SAM) is to empower our communities in an equitable and just way, through scientific and quantitative reasoning built upon inclusive interdisciplinary foundations and impactful scholarship. More information about our vision, mission, and values is located on our website: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/sias/sam.
Qualifications
Applicants for this instructional faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- an earned Ph.D. or M.S. degree (or foreign equivalent) in a related field at the time of appointment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience teaching at higher ed institutions.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 30. Priority will be given to those applications received by November 15. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- A detailed letter of interest delineating your interests, qualifications, and relevant teaching experience (two-page maximum). The letter should include methods and high-impact practices you use (or intend to use) to support student learning for students from a variety of preparations and backgrounds.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as a teaching portfolio, professional development certifications (including online teaching certificates) or student or peer evaluations of teaching.
- A curriculum vitae
- A list of UW Tacoma courses in the TCHEM curriculum code you consider yourself qualified to teach. Courses can be found at this website: https://www.washington.edu/students/crscatt/
- Names and contact information for three professional references, with letters available upon request.
Throughout these materials, applicants are encouraged to articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive academic environment.
Specific inquiries should be directed to the department Chair, Maureen Kennedy at mkenn@uw.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Lecturer Part-Time Temporary Chemistry
Position Overview
School / Campus / College: University of Washington, TacomaOrganization: Department of Sciences and Mathematics
Title: Lecturer Part-Time Temporary Chemistry
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Sciences and Mathematics (School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences) at the University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for part-time lecturer (temporary) in Chemistry with an anticipated start date of December 16, 2026. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a part-time; 40-80% FTE basis for 6-months during the academic year (Dec 16-June 15). Reappointments are contingent upon instruction needs, performance and funding.
The base salary range for this position will be $2,328 - $4657 per month at 40-80% FTE, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
The successful candidate will be expected to perform highly effective and inclusive teaching, using a variety of pedagogical techniques and technologies, in an urban-serving campus environment. They will be prepared to teach courses serving students from majors including engineering, environmental science, and biomedical sciences. The successful candidate will be expected to teach primarily in our general chemistry series (TCHEM 142, 152, 162), including lecture and laboratory instruction. Instruction in other disciplines (such as organic chemistry or biochemistry) may be possible, depending on candidate experience and department need.
About the Tacoma Campus and the Sciences and Mathematics Department
The University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) is a growing, urban-servicing university that is deeply invested in its local communities. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UWT is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship, and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. Consistent with the institution’s urban-serving mission, UWT provides a unique environment for faculty to creatively develop their teaching, scholarship, and service portfolios, and to engage with the Tacoma community. UWT’s commitment to access is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty, and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal, and professional growth.
The School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at UW Tacoma is comprised of three academic departments, among the seven schools that make up the UWT campus. The mission of the Sciences and Mathematics Department (SAM) is to empower our communities in an equitable and just way, through scientific and quantitative reasoning built upon inclusive interdisciplinary foundations and impactful scholarship. More information about our vision, mission, and values is located on our website: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/sias/sam.
Qualifications
Applicants for this instructional faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- an earned Ph.D. or M.S. degree (or foreign equivalent) in a related field at the time of appointment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We regret that we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience teaching at higher ed institutions.
Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 30. Priority will be given to those applications received by November 15. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- A detailed letter of interest delineating your interests, qualifications, and relevant teaching experience (two-page maximum). The letter should include methods and high-impact practices you use (or intend to use) to support student learning for students from a variety of preparations and backgrounds.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as a teaching portfolio, professional development certifications (including online teaching certificates) or student or peer evaluations of teaching.
- A curriculum vitae
- A list of UW Tacoma courses in the TCHEM curriculum code you consider yourself qualified to teach. Courses can be found at this website: https://www.washington.edu/students/crscatt/
- Names and contact information for three professional references, with letters available upon request.
Throughout these materials, applicants are encouraged to articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive academic environment.
Specific inquiries should be directed to the department Chair, Maureen Kennedy at mkenn@uw.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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The qualifications that appear most often in Part-time lecturer jobs across Washington.
- Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area or closely related field
- Prior post-secondary teaching experience in the specific discipline preferred
- Demonstrated ability to design course materials, syllabi, and assessments
- Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong professional or industry background in the field being taught
- Commitment to student success and culturally responsive teaching practices
Part-time Lecturer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a part-time lecturer in Washington?
Most part-time lecturer positions in Washington require at minimum a master's degree in the teaching field, though community colleges and technical institutes may accept candidates with substantial professional experience in lieu of an advanced degree for career and technical programs. Washington does not issue a statewide teaching license for post-secondary instructors, but individual institutions set their own credentialing standards. Applicants to community and technical colleges should check requirements through the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Which companies hire part-time lecturers in Washington?
Washington part-time lecturer roles are posted by University Of Washington and Northeastern University and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's dense network of public universities, community college districts, and professional training organizations means demand is spread across both large systems and smaller specialized institutions throughout the state.
Which Washington cities have the most part-time lecturer jobs?
Tacoma, Washington State, and Seattle have the most part-time lecturer openings in Washington. Seattle drives the largest share given the University of Washington's main campus, a cluster of private colleges, and a robust professional development sector tied to the region's technology and healthcare industries, while Tacoma and Spokane reflect the strong community college presence in their respective regions.
How can I get hired as a part-time lecturer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is adjunct instruction at one of Washington's 34 community and technical colleges, where hiring for introductory-level courses in high-need fields like business, English, and computer applications is ongoing. Candidates with strong industry credentials but limited classroom time can strengthen their applications by completing a teaching certificate, assembling a sample syllabus, and targeting workforce education or continuing education divisions, which evaluate professional experience heavily. Roles in tutoring, curriculum development, or corporate training at Washington employers provide adjacent experience that translates directly.
Where can I find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to part-time lecturer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and schedule, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.
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