Adjunct Office Administration/Medical Office Administration Instructor

Lenoir Community College; Kinston (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Lenoir Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Office Administration/Medical Office Administration to deliver seated and online courses, guiding students toward degree completion. The role emphasizes relevant experience in office and medical administration, plus familiarity with instructional technologies.

Applicants should have an Associate's degree and demonstrate teaching competence; a Bachelor's in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in office administration, health information, business administration, or similar.
• Experience teaching at a community college or university.
• Experience with instructional technologies and online courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach Office Administration/Medical Office Administration courses in seated and/or online formats.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Use instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning; adapt methods for diverse learners.
• Contribute to course materials alignment with objectives and maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching tech

Medical office admin knowledge

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

LMS familiarity

Job description

The Adjunct Office Administration/Medical Office Administration Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to Office Administration/Medical Office Administration students through the use of seated and/or online courses to promote successful completion of degree requirements.

• Associate's degree from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor in office administration, health information, business administration, or computer information technology and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline is required; bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in health care, health information, health information services, business administration, business education, or computer information technology is preferred
• Previous teaching experience at a community college or university
• Experience using instructional technologies, teaching online courses, and general knowledge of medical office administration and/or office administration courses ispreferred

Working Conditions

• Typical classroom or online teaching environment

Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline
• Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline
• Connect the subject matter with related fields
• Stay current in the subject matter through professional development; involvement in professional organizations; and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops
• Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate

Teaching Performance

• Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher-order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Establish and follow meaningful learning objectives
• Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course objectives
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances

Support of College Policies and Procedures

• Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment
• Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed
• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence
• Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources
• Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Faculty Handbook, Handbook for Distance Education, Policy Manual, and Procedures Manual

Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities

• Participate in meetings and events as required
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for information
• Support both part-time and full-time colleagues
• Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes
• Participate in graduation ceremonies
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as a team member

Contribution to the Growth and Enhancement of College Mission and Programs

• Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range plans
• Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels
• Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents
• Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of the College
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, or disability.