Workforce Solutions - Adjunct Instructor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

West Kentucky Community & Technical College is seeking a part-time Adjunct Instructor for Workforce Solutions to deliver high-quality, industry-relevant instruction on-site. You will prepare and deliver course content, maintain a productive learning environment, and align training with employer needs.

Responsibilities include evaluating participant progress, providing timely feedback, and representing Workforce Solutions professionally within the college and community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated expertise in the instructional area through education, training, certifications, licensure, or work experience.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the subject matter area.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical and instructional information to learners.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional learning environment.
• Ability to prepare instructional materials, utilize appropriate instructional technology, and evaluate participant learning.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to varying instructional schedules and training environments.
• Possess and maintain any licenses, certifications, or credentials required by law, regulation, accrediting body, or Workforce Solutions for the assigned instructional area.
• Successfully complete all required college onboarding, background screening, and compliance requirements prior to assignment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each training session by reviewing course materials, organizing instructional resources, and ensuring all equipment and supplies are ready for delivery.
• Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction that aligns with Workforce Solutions curriculum, industry standards, and employer expectations.
• Maintain a positive, professional learning environment that promotes respect, safety, participation, and learning.
• Evaluate participant performance and provide timely, constructive feedback to support skill development and successful completion of training objectives.
• Demonstrate and reinforce safe work practices and ensure compliance with all applicable college, regulatory, and industry safety standards.
• Monitor attendance, participant progress, and course completion requirements while maintaining accurate records as required.
• Communicate effectively with Workforce Solutions staff regarding course needs, participant concerns, scheduling, and training outcomes.
• Maintain current industry knowledge, certifications, and technical expertise necessary to provide relevant and high-quality instruction.
• Represent Workforce Solutions and the college in a professional manner while fostering positive relationships with students, employers, and community partners.
• Perform other instructional duties and related responsibilities as assigned to support Workforce Solutions training initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Adaptability

Classroom instruction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Title: Workforce Solutions - Adjunct Instructor

Salary Range:Based on course and candidate credentials

Contract Term Length:Not Applicable

Standard Hours:Varies

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Campus Location: West Kentucky Community & Technical College

Department: Workforce Solutions

Job Summary

The Workforce Solutions Subject Matter Expert serves as a part-time instructor responsible for delivering high-quality workforce training in their area of professional expertise. Instructors provide engaging, industry-relevant instruction for open enrollment, customized business and industry training, and other Workforce Solutions initiatives. Subject Matter Experts are employed on a strictly part-time, as-needed basis and are scheduled based on training demand. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering course content, maintaining a safe and productive learning environment, evaluating participant progress as appropriate, and representing Workforce Solutions with professionalism while ensuring training aligns with industry standards and employer needs.

Job Duties

• Prepare for each training session by reviewing course materials, organizing instructional resources, and ensuring all equipment and supplies are ready for delivery.
• Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction that aligns with Workforce Solutions curriculum, industry standards, and employer expectations.
• Maintain a positive, professional or training environment that promotes respect, safety, participation, and learning.
• Evaluate participant performance and provide timely, constructive feedback to support skill development and successful completion of training objectives.
• Demonstrate and reinforce safe work practices and ensure compliance with all applicable college, regulatory, and industry safety standards.
• Monitor attendance, participant progress, and course completion requirements while maintaining accurate records as required.
• Communicate effectively with Workforce Solutions staff regarding course needs, participant concerns, scheduling, and training outcomes.
• Maintain current industry knowledge, certifications, and technical expertise necessary to provide relevant and high-quality instruction.
• Represent Workforce Solutions and the college in a professional manner while fostering positive relationships with students, employers, and community partners.
• Perform other instructional duties and related responsibilities as assigned to support Workforce Solutions training initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated expertise in the assigned instructional area through a combination of relevant education, training, professional certifications, licensure, and/or work experience.
• Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the subject matter area to be taught or an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical and instructional information to learners.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional learning environment.
• Ability to prepare instructional materials, utilize appropriate instructional technology, and evaluate participant learning.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and adapt to varying instructional schedules and training environments.
• Possess and maintain any licenses, certifications, or credentials required by law, regulation, accrediting body, or Workforce Solutions for the assigned instructional area.
• Successfully complete all required college onboarding, background screening, and compliance requirements prior to assignment.

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.