Adjunct Faculty - School of Health and Safety

About the role

Mountain Empire Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach Health Sciences, Legal Administration, and Safety classes in various areas. We are seeking applicants available for on-campus, online, and nursing clinical instruction for daytime and/or evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific classes in the designated discipline in a classroom/virtual/clinical environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials, delivering high-quality instruction, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and actively contributing to the academic, professional, and community life of the college.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of MECC while emphasizing instructional excellence through innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and assessment.
• Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization, committing to continuous professional growth aligned with the college’s mission and goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Teaching Effectiveness, Academic Preparation, and/or Related Occupational Experience requirements based upon criteria in the VCCS-29: Normal Minimum Criteria for Each Faculty Rank.
• Must demonstrate ability to deliver coursework electronically in online environment and utilizing multiple teaching strategies as well as in-person instruction.
• Has a thorough understanding of the varied backgrounds and experiences of student populations and the ability to create a sense of belonging, support, and engagement that considers and values all students in curriculum development and teaching.
• Proficiency in using computers, relevant software applications, and the institution’s learning management system (LMS) is required.

Additional Considerations

• Wide range of coursework in the area of instruction.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology into instruction.