Adjunct Instructor

Adjunct Instructor – Workforce/Continuing/Developmental Education Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Applying for an adjunct appointment would add the applicant to a pool which is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case a need arises for the academic year. When an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on an as‑needed basis. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted. Position Summary Primary duties of adjunct faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as mentoring students inside and outside of the classroom. Required Education Associate degree and/or 2–5 years work experience in the field of study. Bachelor’s degree and/or 6–10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study. Master’s degree and/or 11–15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study. Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study. Transcripts, certificates, and/or license must be submitted with application. Preferred Education Associate or Bachelor of Culinary Arts Degree. Required Experience Experience developing culinary education, curriculum planning, development, evaluation, and testing; advanced level knowledge in food preparation and culinary education; and three or more years of teaching or training experience in culinary arts. Preferred Experience Three or more years of work‑related experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation. Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications promptly. Assess student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion. Maintain ethical and professional behavior. Be available to students by appointment. Attend adjunct faculty meetings. Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels. Complete any required training. Other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrate the ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual credit courses; provide instruction that meets specified learning goals; create a professional and effective learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; communicate effectively with students, college personnel, peers and public groups. Treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and observe the stated policies and procedures of the College. Special Instructions This position is designated as a security‑sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr