Adjunct Instructor- Substance Abuse Counseling/Human Service Provider WCWC

Weatherford College; Wise (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Weatherford College is looking for adjunct instructors to join their faculty. This position involves teaching courses across various modalities including face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. Qualified applicants will help facilitate student learning outcomes and mentor students both inside and outside the classroom.

The ideal candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree along with relevant teaching experience. Opportunities are available on an as-needed basis, contributing to a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess appropriate academic degree and competencies in the teaching discipline.
• Experience in the Helping Profession is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in approved discipline and facilitate learning outcomes.
• Create an effective learning environment through various teaching modalities.
• Provide timely feedback and assess student performance.

Skills

Teaching in face-to-face, hybrid, online modes

Mentoring students

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher plus 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 will add you to a pool that the departmental search committee can consider when 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 your qualifications be reviewed and a decision is made to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted.

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching 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.

Teaching Modalities

The adjunct faculty member must create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned. Teaching modalities 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.

Required Education

All faculty members must possess the 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 the 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

• LCDC, MA, MSW, LCSW, LPC

Copies of certificates/license must be submitted with the application.

Preferred Education / Experience

Work in the Helping Profession.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, and mentoring students both in and outside of the classroom. The adjunct faculty member must create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit 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 promptly. 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.

All faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Each adjunct faculty member must demonstrate the ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives associated with all assigned courses; to create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers, and public groups; to 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; to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and to 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.

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.