Adjunct Instructor/Technical Specialist- Other Specialized Areas [Wise County Campus]

Weatherford College; Wise (VA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Weatherford College in Virginia is seeking adjunct instructors for a continuous recruitment pool. The position involves teaching courses in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats while mentoring students. Applicants should have relevant degrees and teaching experience.

This role requires adherence to college policies, effective communication, and the ability to create a supportive learning environment. Candidates must undergo a background check and be committed to equal opportunity standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum credential standards for teaching workforce certificate or degree-completion courses.
• Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.
• Experience: 2–5 years for Associate, 6–10 years for Bachelor’s, 11–15 years for Master’s, 16+ years for Doctorate.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student learning.
• Complete any required training and related duties.

Skills

Instruction in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual-credit courses

Effective communication

Ability to create a professional learning environment

Commitment to respect and dignity

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Doctorate

Job description

Job Overview

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. Applicants are encouraged to apply for a continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position. The applicant will be added to a pool for consideration when openings arise. If selected, the candidate will be contacted for the appointment.

Primary Duties

• Teach courses in the approved discipline.
• Provide instruction to facilitate student acquisition of specific learning outcomes identified for assigned courses.
• Mentor students inside and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, including face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or dual‑credit instruction.
• Adhere to College policies and procedures.
• Provide timely feedback and respond to student communications.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available for student appointments.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings and assess courses at departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete any required training and other related duties as assigned.

Teaching Modality and Schedule

• Courses may be taught face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, or dual‑credit.
• Hours vary; may include day, evening, and/or weekend instruction.
• Flexibility to teach evening and/or weekend classes is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Southern Association of Colleges and Schools credential standards for faculty teaching workforce certificate or degree‑completion courses.
• Appropriate academic degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.
• Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application.
• Degree and experience requirements:
• Associate degree and 2–5 years of work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and 6–10 years of work experience.
• Master’s degree and 11–15 years of work experience.
• Doctorate and 16+ years of work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual‑credit courses.
• Ability to deliver instruction that achieves specific goals and objectives.
• Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment.
• Effective communication with students, college personnel, peers, and public groups.
• Commitment to treating all persons with respect and dignity, without discrimination.
• Exercise of highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources.
• Compliance with College policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements

This position is designated as a security‑sensitive position requiring a satisfactory criminal history background check.

Males between the ages of 18 and 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.