Adjunct Instructor, Interior Design

Wake Tech; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Wake Technical Community College seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach Interior Design courses on a part-time, temporary basis. Instructors will deliver engaging lessons, keep attendance records, and maintain a constructive learning environment for a diverse student body in Raleigh.

Applicants should have an Associate's degree in Interior Design (or related field) with two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is expected, along with familiarity

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Interior Design or related field.
• Two years of progressive experience in interior design or related art or commercial profession.
• Computer skills using basic functions of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner.
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance.
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner.
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course.
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course.
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction.
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching.
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate.
• Remains up-to-date on technology and methods of teaching with technology.

Skills

Teaching methods

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Technology in education

Education

Associate's degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Wake Technical Community College is seeking to expand our pool of part-time faculty to teach Interior Design classes. Openings for these positions may or may not be available at this time; however, after a review of qualifications, applicants may be contacted in the future. Adjunct faculty positions provide quality, effective instruction in assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis.

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.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
• Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course
• Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction
• Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
• Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
• Remains up-to-date on technology and methods of teaching with technology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
• Be innovative, creative, and motivated
• Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work with others
• Able to maintain records accruately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
• Good organizational skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with and maintain positive working relationships with students, peers, supervisors and staff.
• Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision.
• Able to analyze instructional situations and develop an effective course of action to achieve learning objectives.
• Knowledge of and facility with technology and software including, computers and web-based resources such as BlackBoard
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiate, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Interior Design or a related field
• Two years of progressive experience in an interior design, architectural firm or related art or commercial profession
• Computer skills using basic functions of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, and Outlook

Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.

Preferences

• Bachelor's degree in a design related field
• Five years experience in the commercial design field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in SketchUp
• Proficiency in Revit
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite

Essential Personnel

TBD