What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Instructor, Career & Professional Development position at Wake Technical Community College and Careers?
Position Description
Career & Professional Development is seeking to expand our pool of adjunct faculty to teach various courses related to career exploration, professional development, and job readiness.
Our department offers a range of specialized courses encompassing job search strategies, career exploration, and fundamental professional or job skills. These courses include Resume Writing, Interview Preparation, Salary Negotiation, Discover the Career that’s Right for You, Basic Computer Skills for Today’s Workplace, and more.
Courses are delivered online, hybrid, or in-person across various campuses and community locations within Wake County. Primarily, we are in need of instructors with daytime availability.
*This is a candidate pool* Specific courses may or may not be available at this time; however, after a review of qualifications, applicants may be contacted in the future. Adjunct faculty positions provide quality, effective instruction in assigned courses on a part-time, temporary basis.
Career Services provides a full spectrum of career and professional development for Wake Tech students, alumni, and community members. The Wake Tech community is valuable and deserves unique support to reach its career and professional goals. By offering accessible coaching, classes, and training, Career Services is committed to transforming lives through targeted resources, fostering individual growth and community-wide progress.
Responsibilities and Duties (*Essential Functions)
- Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner while assessing student needs
- Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
- Performs routine administrative functions of the classroom including enforcing student attendance policy, ensuring accurate attendance documentation, communicating regularly with students, staff and supervisor and ensuring students access to virtual and seated classes, etc.
- Fosters a safe and supportive learning environment ensuring student needs are met
- Utilizes various learning management system (LMS) platforms such as Blackboard and MSTeams for delivery of virtual instruction. Learns and implements technology to enhance instruction in seated and online environments
Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching
Maintains communication with curriculum developer and supervisor to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
Attends professional development opportunities when possible
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
Be innovative, creative, motivated
Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others
Able to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
Strong organizational skills
Able to perform normal duties with minimum supervision
Knowledge of and familiar with technology and software including, computers and web-based resources such as Blackboard and MS Office products
Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrates resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or 5 years experience in specific career field or skillset
One year of post-secondary teaching or training experience
Professional computer skills including usage of MS Office products and presentations
Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application. If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.
Preferences:
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both Spanish and English, including reading, writing, and speaking
As an equal employment opportunity employer, Wake Tech values our workforce. Wake Tech is committed to reaching students in every part of Wake County and rallying around them to go as far as their dreams, talents and resilience will take them. As an institution of higher education, we are committed to valuing the unique experiences of the Wake Tech community. We strive to be self-reflective of the kind of student body we represent and the culture we are building, and we care deeply about supporting each employee's professional growth.