Human Services Technology Adjunct Instructor

The Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to: Sustain teaching performance at appropriate college levels for all assigned student populations (including qualified high school students) to include course loads, instructional technology, instructional materials and innovative communication delivery in the Human Services Technology related disciplines.

This position is temporary. There is never a guarantee for continued employment after the end date of each semester contract.

Why it's Important

The Blue Ridge team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our staff to ensure we provide a modern, technologically advanced institution for the community.

We are here to support our Students to ensure they reach their highest potential. Our team engages with the community to ensure that we are consistently meeting standards and then rising above them. Guiding students along their educational journey is our calling and we are looking for like-minded teammates to help us serve our community.

Whether a student is entering the workforce for the first time, entering a new profession, or just expanding their knowledge, we are here to provide the necessary tools to accomplish all their goals. Working together, no elevation is too high, and no summit is unreachable. 

What You'll be Doing

• Perform record keeping function in the areas of attendance, student learning outcomes, student performance assessment, and data collection for program learning outcomes in an accurate and timely manner.

• Maintain accreditation and credentials to teach in specific subject areas: Human Services Technology related fields.

• Maintain mastery and currency in the fields of Human Services Technology disciplines, participating in ongoing collaboration with other professionals to ensure continuity between course instruction and evidence-based school practices.

• Market, recruit, and retain students in respective Human Services Technology programs.

• If applicable, coordinate work-based learning sites and supervise work-based learning students as assigned.

• Ensure compliance with policies of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.

Additionally  

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Master's Degree from a regionally accredited four-year institution with a concentration in Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Counseling or closely-related discipline. (Instructor must demonstrate 18 hours of Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or Counseling course work or related areas at the Masters level.)

Experience: All applicants must provide verifiable and relevant professional experience in a work-place setting or demonstrated instructional/teaching environment.

Skills and the Know-How

Current knowledge of Human Services and related fields. Possess strong personal and professional integrity, good interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, and a commitment to safety.   Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, database systems, College email and website, and other computer applications associated with the position.  

Physical Demands

The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.

Blue Ridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution