Adjunct, Building Trades at Frederick Community College Frederick, MD

Frederick Community College; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Frederick Community College in Frederick, MD seeks an Adjunct, Building Trades instructor to guide students preparing for skilled trades careers. Instruction through lecture, hands-on labs, and online components. Course outcomes range from entry-level employment prep to professional development.

The role emphasizes aligning lessons with outcomes, assessing progress, and contributing to curriculum development. A license or certificate in the relevant trade is required.

Qualifications

• Industry license or certificate in area of expertise.
• Experience teaching adult learners is preferred.
• Strong communication and computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures, hands-on labs, and online modules to teach building trades.
• Ensure students meet course outcomes and complete coursework.
• Develop lesson plans and provide timely feedback on progress.
• Administer grades, attendance, and related administrative tasks.
• Create new course content when assigned.
• Support student success and contribute to curriculum development.

Skills

Adult education experience

Computer literacy

Oral and written communication

Cultural competency

Education

Industry license or certificate in area of expertise

Job description

Adjunct, Building Trades position at Frederick Community College in Frederick, MD.

Position Summary

This position provides instruction to students who are preparing to enter or are already a member of the skilled trades workforce. The instructor will deliver instruction through lecture, hands‑on labs and distance learning technology (online video lectures, quizzes, etc.). Course outcomes range from entry‑level employment preparation to professional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Facilitate instruction that aligns to course outcomes, as assigned.
2. Ensure that students complete all course work, including participating in hands‑on lab projects.
3. Actively engage students throughout the course, promoting critical thinking and workplace skills.
4. Prepare and administer lesson plans for each class of the course.
5. Provide students with timely outcome progress reports.
6. Report grades and attendance, and complete other faculty administrative tasks when required.
7. Develop new course content when assigned.
8. Perform other duties as required for student success.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Industry license or certificate in area of expertise.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching adult learners.
• Experience using computers and associated technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

Non‑Discrimination Statement

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs and employment.