Instructor, Therapeutic Massage - Adjunct

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Position Information


Job Title
Instructor, Therapeutic Massage - Adjunct


Full Time/Part Time
Part-time


Job Description


At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

The instructor will provide instruction in therapeutic massage. He/she will be responsible for the delivery of information provided in lesson plans, including lecture and demonstration through hands-on techniques. He/she will always exhibit professional and ethical behavior. He/she will present qualifications as required by the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy, either holding a license in the same or a degree in the field they are teaching. Much of the teaching will be demonstrations in hands-on techniques. Work schedule varies (days, evenings, and weekends) according to teaching assignment.

The Therapeutic Massage Program is regulated by the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy and complies with all of the rules and regulations set for in NC ADMINISTRATIVE CODE (TITLE 21, CHAPTER 30: SECTION .0612) - INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF QUALIFICATIONS.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

• Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:
• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:

• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate maintaining student records

Difficult Challenges

Contacts

Education Required

• High School diploma or high school equivalency credential (e.g. GED, HiSet)
• Active license in Massage & Bodywork Therapy (LMBT) for a minimum of two years or licensed in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine or Nursing

Education Preferred

• Associate degree or higher from an institutionally accredited college/university with a minimum of 12 credit hours in the subject area they are instructing
• Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) Certified Instructor through the NMT Center

Experience Required

• Two years of professional experience working as a licensed massage therapist
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in massage therapy topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

• More than two years of professional experience working as a licensed massage therapist
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and /or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required


The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Supporting the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions

KSA Preferred

Department/Job Specific Requirements

• Assist in curriculum updates and revisions.
• Assist in course offerings and schedules.
• Keep all licenses current.

The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed)

• Reporting Requirements
• Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
• Safety/Shooter on Campus
• Personal Information Protection Training (PIP)
• Ethics and Social Responsibility
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
• eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

Physical Demands

• Physical Activity: Long periods of standing and or walking
• Environmental Hazard(s): <15%
• Lifting: =>50lbs.

• Conduct classes and labs within established training schedules during weekdays, day, or evenings (and occasional Saturdays) as assigned.
• Instructors will help keep all equipment clean, and will return classrooms to original set up.
• Instructors will report any malfunction of equipment.
• Position may require standing for extended periods, as well as stooping, walking, climbing, bending to supervise student projects.

Other
Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type
Adjunct Faculty

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
2026-001-TEMP-P


Open Date
01/08/2026


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


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