Adjunct Social and Human Services Instructor

Lenoir Community College; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Lenoir Community College seeks an Adjunct Social and Human Services Instructor to provide quality instruction in seated and online courses, fostering student success in degree programs. The role emphasizes engagement, professional collaboration, and alignment with program goals.

The instructor should bring a master’s degree in a relevant field, NC teaching licensure, clinical experience, and familiarity with instructional technologies; supervision of co-op placements is valued.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent with 18 graduate hours in applicable fields (if needed).
• Experience teaching at community college or university preferred.
• Experience using instructional technologies and online teaching.
• Current licenses/certifications to teach in North Carolina.
• Clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses via seated and/or online modalities.
• Deliver engaging instruction to promote degree completion.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Use technology to enhance teaching where appropriate.
• Prepare syllabi and course outlines per policies.

Skills

Teaching experience

Instructional technologies

Online course delivery

Education

Master's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, or social work

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Lenoir Community College is a comprehensive institution that places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom instruction. The Adjunct Social and Human Services Instructor is responsible for providing quality and engaging instruction to LCC students through the use of seated and/or online courses, and through other creative modalities as needed to promote successful completion of degree requirements.

• Master's degree in human services, psychology, counseling, or social work from an institution accredited by a federally recognized institutional accreditor or a master's degree and 18 graduate semester hours in human services, psychology, counseling, or social work (courses designated as graduate-level courses)
• Previous teaching experience at a community college or university, experience using instructional technologies, and teaching online courses are preferred skills
• Current licenses/certifications required to teach within the program in the state of North Carolina
• Clinical experience is required
• Supervision of co-op placements is strongly desired

Working Conditions

• Typical classroom environment
• Typical online and/or synchronous environment
• Infrequent travel to off-campus and co-op sites if applicable

Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the College:

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
• 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

• Serve on college committees as assigned
• 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
• 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

Other Duties

• Plan, implement, and evaluate course-specific instruction
• Assist the Dean of Arts and Sciences and the Social and Human Services Program Chair in updating course content or making suggestions for course content updates as needed
• Attend meetings scheduled by the Program Chair or Dean
• Ensure contact information and other items are updated in the course being taught each semester
• Utilize the current course shell created by the full-time Social and Human Services Instructor each semester
• Input notes and/or alerts in AVISO for students when necessary
• Ensure withdrawals are submitted in a timely manner, following the College's attendance policy
• Ensure assignments are graded within 1 week of submittal
• Ensure response to student emails or phone calls within 48 hours (excluding weekends)
• Other tasks as assigned by the Dean of Arts and Sciences and/or Program Chair

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.