Adjunct Instructor - Spanish

Wilkes Community College; Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor for Spanish. This part-time role involves teaching seated classes at the Ashe and Wilkes campuses, requiring a master's degree with substantial coursework in Spanish. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to educational excellence and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This opportunity is perfect for individuals passionate about fostering a learning-centered environment and making a positive impact on students' academic journeys. Join a dynamic team dedicated to empowering learners and enhancing their educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Spanish required.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish classes at Ashe and/or Wilkes campuses.
• Commitment to the college's mission and values.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Creative Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Spanish

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Spanish

Job Description:
Teach subject per qualifications. Applicants need to be available to teach seated, daytime classes at the Ashe and/or Wilkes (main) campuses.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Required Qualifications:

• Completed master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours completed in Spanish coursework.
• Commitment to WCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services.

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Demands:
Work is primarily performed in an academic (an office or classroom) setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:

Essential functions: Positions require lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate, ability to sit and/or stand for long periods, ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses, ability to express or exchange ideas, and good eye/hand dexterity. Exposure to bodily fluids and hazardous chemicals.

Medium work: Requires ability to operate a variety of types of office, instructional, and dental equipment. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work. Requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, reach, crouch, knees, reach, or grasp for an extended period of time.

Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important.

Salary Grade: Salary $35.85 per hour

Posting Number: 10416P

Open Date: 10/21/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Desired Start Date: 01/06/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process which includes a cover letter, a resume, three professional references and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official college transcripts will be required). If you have questions about the position, please contact Meret Burke, Chair of Communication, Language, and Transfer Education, at [e-mail] or 336-838-6235.

Note: It is important that you check the email that you listed on your applications. Updates for this position will be sent through email.

Supplemental Questions

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• * Do you have a master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours completed in Spanish coursework?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Wilkes Community College Website
  • North Carolina Community College Website
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