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Opticianry Instructor - Adjunct

Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC Part Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026
Statement Of Primary Purpose

Provide instructional services to Opticianry students in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.

Classification

Curriculum faculty, full-time, exempt

This position is required to work the 9-month academic schedule.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

  • Prepare and teach assigned courses, labs, and clinics, both in-person and online, in accordance with course outlines and published course schedule.
  • Oversee the operation of the Optical Dispensary.
  • Maintain accurate records for each course taught, including attendance and student grades.
  • Recommend and assist with curriculum revisions as necessary.
  • Participate in curriculum advisory committee meetings, if applicable.
  • Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of the instructor and the course.
  • Submit all college reports in an accurate, timely fashion.
  • Be responsible for professional development and maintaining professional competence.
  • Provide clinical education duties as assigned.
  • Assign and grade clinical education assignments and paperwork.
  • Submit all college reports in an accurate, timely fashion.
  • Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and others.

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and the college's mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Required: Associate’s Degree in Opticianry, education, or related field.

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree.

Skills

Knowledge and Skills

Preferred: One year experience as an instructor at an opticianry program.

Physical Demands

Must be able to use and demonstrate all instructional and lab equipment.

Licensing Requirement

Credentialed in equivalent training and preparation. (Optician, Optometrist, Ophthalmologist)

Valid NC Driver’s License.

Working Conditions and Environment

Routine travel in the college service area and to clinical sites beyond the service area.

Equipment Operation

Able to demonstrate and operate all equipment required to perform the duties of an Optician.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.

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