Professional Development Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct Faculty Position Information Position Title Professional Development Adjunct Faculty Position Type Faculty Department Early College Partnerships, Learning Supports, and Faculty Affairs FLSA Exempt Full Time or Part Time Part Time Fixed Term/Tenure Track Grade ... Salary Range Hiring Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education Union/Non Union Non Union

Job Description

Summary The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George’s Community College campus. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification and accreditation

from recognized college, university or national, state, or regional organization.

• Minimum two years’ experience in teaching and/or workforce

training and/or apprenticeship programs

• Related verifiable work experience

AREA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Information provided based on the area discipline – discipline specific credentials and/or education are listed here.

• Provide instruction to a diverse adult population
• Possess the ability to plan, organize and implement curriculum

timely and efficiently

• Provide instruction in Professional Development and 21st

Century Skills such as soft skills, critical thinking, problem solving, oral/written communication, teamwork, collaboration, professional work ethic, career management, leadership, digital technology and intercultural fluency

• Provide a combination of interactive lectures, visual

presentations, small group interactions, and role-playing activities designed to enhance program participants’ understanding of employer expectations

• Conduct employability profile assessment
• Provide career coaching, resume development and mock

interviews

• Evaluate student progress through examinations, quizzes, and

observations

• Attend meetings, trainings, orientation sessions and

graduation/completion ceremonies KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Remote and Online teaching
• Technology skills and computer literacy
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Research skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Planning and organization
• Problem-solving and analytical ability

Criteria CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction

with course outcomes.

• Using applicable technology and pedagogical principles, teach

course content via an appropriate delivery format to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction.

• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional

development trainings related to content discipline and pedagogy.

• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote

student engagement and learning.

• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools that align

with established course objectives and outcomes.

• Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress

and provide timely student feedback.

• Provide an orientation at the first-class meeting to include an

overview of the course syllabus. The overview should include an outline of course objectives, requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.

• Notify students of key academic dates and course adjustments,

maintain an up-to-date, electronic grade book, and enter final grades by the established due date.

• Maintain accurate records and submit class records (as

appropriate) to the Department Chair or Program Coordinator by the established due date, and participate in the departmental evaluation and course assessment process.

• Maintain office hours, advise students, and refer students to

appropriate resources.

• Adjunct faculty are expected to respond to student emails and

phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Faculty are expected to maintain regular communication with students and should exclusively use the assigned PGCC email.

• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as directed by the Department Chair,

Program Coordinator, or designee. Job Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written

standard English.

• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present

acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer

of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview Is Background Check Required? Yes Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? No Posting Detail Information Posting Number ADJ21511/12 Open Date 07/01/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled No Background Check Statement Special Instructions to Applicants Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’s current vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended. Application Status ; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have a minimum two years' experience in teaching

and/or workforce training and/or apprenticeship programs?

• Yes
• No
• * Please be advised that as required by the 1986 Immigration

Act, candidates must be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing identity and that you are a U.S. Citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. It is the college's policy that PGCC does not provide sponsorship for prospective employees. Will you require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
• HERC
• HigherEd Jobs
• Hispanic Outlook
• Indeed
• Personal Referral
• PGCC Website
• Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
• The Chronicle of Higher Ed
• The Washington Post
• Other: Please indicate below
• Educause
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you

selected 'Other' please indicate source: (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Other

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