Adjunct Faculty - Chemical Dependency

Tompkins Cortland; Town of Dryden (NY); On-site; USD 1,100 - 1,200; Part time

Job summary

Tompkins Cortland Community College invites applications for Adjunct Faculty - Chemical Dependency for Fall 2026. Courses may be day, evening, online, hybrid, or HyFlex; Fall 2026 courses are remote synchronous. The department seeks candidates with strong teaching, syllabus design, and timely assessment across modalities.

They emphasize mission, equity, and inclusivity in this evolving role. Requirements include a Master’s in a relevant field, CASAC or ability to obtain within one year, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in addiction studies or a related field is required.
• CASAC credential or ability to obtain within one year of placement.
• Clinical experience in addiction services or counseling is required.
• Experience teaching college-level courses is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent teaching and instruction
• Create, submit, and follow a syllabus that aligns with the course's Master Course Syllabus
• Use the Learning Management System to provide course materials to students
• Be available to students through office hours, timely grading, and responsive communication
• Read and abide by the policies listed in the Teaching Manual
• Submit all records by their respective deadline, including progress reports, student concern notices, and grades
• Understand and enact mission and values of TC3, and the equity, diversity, justice and inclusion plan.

Skills

CASAC credential

Teaching experience

Clinical experience

Education

Master's Degree in Addiction Studies, Human Services, Social Work, or related field

CASAC credential or ability to obtain within one year

Nurse Practitioner with addiction specialization considered

Job description

Tompkins Cortland Community College
170 North Street, P.O. Box 139
Dryden, NY 13053

Location

Main Campus

230

Hours

• MON 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• TUE 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• WED 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• THU 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• FRI 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• SAT Closed
• SUN Closed

Tompkins Cortland Community College is situated in the scenic and culturally vibrant Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, strategically positioned near major cities such as Syracuse, Rochester, Ithaca, and Binghamton. The college prides itself on fostering a culturally diverse campus environment, supported by over two decades of robust partnerships with international colleges and universities. This commitment underscores our mission to equip students for engaged citizenship within a global context.

Accredited by both the Board of Regents of The State of New York and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Tompkins Cortland Community College offers a range of associate degrees. These programs are designed to cater to both career-oriented paths and liberal arts/sciences programs of study, providing students with a comprehensive educational foundation.

Position:Adjunct Faculty - Chemical Dependency

Location: Dryden, NY

Job Id:269

# of Openings:1

POSITION OFFERED: Adjunct Teaching Faculty - Chemical Dependency

EMPLOYMENT DATE: 08/24/2026 - 12/11/2026

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Adjunct, Non-renewable

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Department of Chemical Dependency is accepting applications for the position of adjunct for Fall 2026. Candidates will be considered for other courses as their credentials allow. Teaching assignments may involve teaching day, evening, online, hybrid, and HyFlex courses. Fall 2026 courses are remote synchronous.

Adjunct instructors will be expected to:

• Provide excellent teaching and instruction
• Create, submit, and follow a syllabus that aligns with the course's Master Course Syllabus
• Use the Learning Management System to provide course materials to students
• Be available to students through office hours, timely grading, and responsive communication
• Read and abide by the policies listed in the Teaching Manual
• Submit all records by their respective deadline, including progress reports, student concern notices, and grades
• Understand and enact mission and values of TC3, and the equity, diversity, justice and inclusion plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Addiction Studies, Human Services, Social Work, or related field from an accredited institution is required. Nurse Practitioners with a substance abuse specialization will also be considered. Possession of CASAC (credentialed alcohol and drug abuse substance counselor credential), or the ability to obtain a CASAC within one year of placement is required. Clinical experience in the field of addiction services or counseling is required. Experience teaching college-level courses is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching in an accredited higher education institution, especially a community college, is preferred.

EXPECTED HIRING SALARY RANGE: For Adjunct Faculty, rates are found in the most recent adjunct contract. For each credit, the Fall 2026 entry pay rate is $1,146 - $1,209 dependent upon qualifications.

Candidates must hold and be willing to maintain NYS residency to be considered for this position.

Note: Additional application materials/essays will be requested. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Tompkins Cortland Community College is a culturally diverse campus with over two decades of strong partnerships with international colleges and universities and a commitment to preparing our students for citizenship in a global society. Tompkins Cortland Community College is accredited by the Board of Regents of the State of New York and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate degrees in career-oriented and liberal arts/sciences programs of study. Enrollment is approximately 3,500 students. To learn more about the College, visit our website at www.tompkinscortland.edu. Visa sponsorship not available. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. AA/EOE

The State University of New York | Tompkins Cortland Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer