Adjunct Instructor, History

Overview

Wake Technical Community College is seeking to expand our pool of part-time faculty to teach History classes. Openings for these positions 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Instructs and guides the class in an efficient and effective manner
• Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
• Prepares thoroughly for each instructional hour
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
• Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
• Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course

Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course

Designs curriculum and a schedule of instruction

Uses assessment techniques to improve learning and teaching

Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate

Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom

Attends professional development opportunities when possible

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationship with students, peers, supervisors and staff
• Working knowledge of MS Office products
• Knowledge of Blackboard (an online Learning Management System) is preferred

• Master's degree in History OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate level hours in History

College transcripts must be uploaded with your application or submitted to the HR office prior to consideration for interview.

• Community College teaching experience
• Experience teaching World History or American History
• Seated teaching experience

TBD