Adjunct Instructor- Computer Aided Drafting Design(CADD) [Wise County Campus]

Weatherford College; Wise (VA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Weatherford College is offering positions for adjunct instructors to teach in an engaging and professional environment. This role requires providing instruction across various modalities including face-to-face and online courses, while ensuring students achieve specific learning outcomes.

The ideal candidate will possess the necessary educational qualifications and experience aligned with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools standards. A commitment to ethical behavior and inclusiveness is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards.
• 1-16+ years of work experience depending on degree level.

Responsibilities

• Teach approved courses while facilitating student learning.
• Provide timely feedback and assess student performance.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.

Skills

Instruction in face‑to‑face and online courses

Effective communication

Creating a professional learning environment

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as needed basis. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Teach courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, and mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom.

Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, which may be face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Hours vary, depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction. Faculty are expected to provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation. Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications in a timely manner. Assess student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion. Maintain ethical and professional behavior. Be available to students by appointment. Attend adjunct faculty meetings. Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels. Complete any required training. Other related duties, as assigned.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching courses designed for workforce certificate or degree completion. These standards include an appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.

• Associate degree and/or 2‑5 years work experience in the field of study;
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 6‑10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study;
• Master’s degree and/or 11‑15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study;
• Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study.

Required Experience and Preferred Education/Experience

As described in the responsibilities section.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Instruction in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses;
• Instruction that will achieve specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses;
• Create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory;
• Communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups;
• Treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity;
• Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources;
• Observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Rate of Pay

Dependent upon education/experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.