Personal Enrichment Instructor Pool (Special Interests)

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Forsyth Technical Community College seeks a part-time Personal Enrichment Instructor to teach non-credit courses for adult learners at the Main Campus. The instructor will lead hands-on classes in Special Interests such as floral arranging, skilled games, and trending hobbies, fostering practical skills and enthusiasm.

Ideal candidates bring passion for teaching, clear communication, and a solid background in their discipline.

Qualifications

• Experience in your field (professional, commercial, or extensive personal).
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials, and current trends in the field.
• Ability to teach and engage adult learners in hands-on sessions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans for the course.
• Instruct students in a hands-on, supportive classroom environment.
• Provide demonstrations of tools and techniques and manage class supplies.
• Maintain attendance records and ensure a safe, clean workspace.
• Stay up to date with trends and innovations in the field.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Job description

Posting Number 2907

Job Schedule Part Time

OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty

Min Salary $25.00

Max Salary $25.00

Work Location Main Campus

The Personal Enrichment Instructor will teach non-credit, personal enrichment classes to adult learners. This instructor will lead hands‑on courses designed to help students develop skills in Special Interests (ex. Floral Arranging, Skilled Games, Trending Hobbies, etc.) The ideal candidate has a passion for teaching, excellent communication skills, and a strong background in their desired discipline.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Proven experience in your field (professional, commercial, or extensive personal experience).
• Strong knowledge of tools, materials, and current trends in your field.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Passion for teaching and sharing your knowledge.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively manage a diverse classroom of adult learners.
• Comfortable with technology, computers, and online attendance management systems.

Essential Job duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans for the course.
• Instruct students in a hands‑on, supportive classroom environment, accommodating all skill levels.
• Provide clear demonstrations of tools, materials, and appropriate techniques.
• Encourage creativity, participation, and skill development among students.
• Maintain a safe and clean classroom/kitchen/workspace environment.
• Provide a list of necessary materials and tools for each session; assist in managing class supplies.
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate attendance records daily. Technology will be provided in the classroom.
• Offer feedback and guidance to help students improve their skills.
• Stay up to date with current trends and innovations in your desired field.

*All roles include additional duties not captured in the job description, and responsibilities may evolve in response to future innovations, including emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and new models of work

Physical Demands

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job‑related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date 09/01/2026

Close Date 09/01/2027

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have proven experience in your field (professional, commercial, or extensive personal experience)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have strong knowledge, tools, materials, and current trends in your field?
  • Yes
  • No