Adjunct Instructor, Human Resources

Wake Tech; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Tech in Raleigh, NC is seeking an adjunct Instructor, Human Resources, to deliver high-quality instruction for assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis. You will engage students, assess learning, and align curricula with college standards across daytime, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid formats.

The role emphasizes current HR knowledge, effective communication, and supporting student success through diverse instructional modalities.

Qualifications

• Ability to use a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote student learning and engagement.
• Knowledge of online teaching methods, best practices, instructional technologies, and virtual learning tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and diverse populations.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, initiative, and motivation.
• Commitment to student success and helping learners achieve their academic and professional goals.
• Ability to integrate technology and industry-relevant tools into instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective, engaging instruction using teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Grade assignments, assessments, and examinations and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel and advise students regarding course performance, progress, and academic success.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials that support course outcomes and College standards.
• Design course schedules, learning activities, and assessments aligned with approved curriculum.
• Utilize assessment data to improve teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure course content remains current with industry standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain program quality and instructional consistency.

Skills

Teaching methods

Instructional strategies

Online learning tools

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Time management

Independent work

Education

MBA in HR

Tools

LMS (Blackboard/Canvas)

Job description

The Adjunct Instructor, Human Resources, is responsible for providing high-quality instruction on assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis. This position supports student success through effective teaching, student engagement, assessment, and curriculum delivery in accordance with college and departmental standards.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Instruction and Student Success

• Deliver effective, engaging instruction using appropriate teaching methods and technologies.
• Prepare thoroughly for each class session and instructional hour.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student performance.
• Grade assignments, assessments, and examinations and provide timely feedback.
• Counsel and advise students regarding course performance, progress, and academic success
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

Course Development and Assessment

• Develop and maintain instructional materials that support course outcomes and College standards.
• Design course schedules, learning activities, and assessments aligned with approved curriculum.
• Utilize assessment data and best practices to improve teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
• Ensure course content remains current with industry standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to maintain program quality and instructional consistency.

Professional Responsibilities

• Remain current in instructional technologies, online teaching methodologies, and emerging trends in higher education.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems to support student learning.
• Participate in professional development activities and training opportunities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of departmental and College goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote student learning and engagement.
• Knowledge of online teaching methods, best practices, instructional technologies, and virtual learning tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and diverse populations.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, initiative, and motivation.
• Commitment to student success and helping learners achieve their academic and professional goals.
• Ability to integrate technology and industry-relevant tools into instruction.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule - Adjunct faculty are assigned courses based on departmental needs, qualifications, enrollment, and scheduling requirements. Courses may be offered during daytime, evening, weekend, online, or hybrid formats.

Minimum Requirements:

Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources OR Master of Science in Human Resources Management

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission. If your application, resume or unofficial transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year or more of teaching, experience in Human Resources
• Experience teaching face-to-face, online, and hybrid learning environments.
• Experience in using Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably Blackboard Ultra and/or Canvas.
• SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) AND/OR SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) a PLUS
• Experience teaching Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) courses for workforce development