Adjunct, Thrive Program

Position Summary

To provide creative, non-credit personal enrichment instruction to adults with intellectual disabilities within the Continuing Education and Workforce Development (CEWD) Department. Adjunct Faculty shall teach proposed and/or assigned courses which must be approved by the program manager and executive director. Course topics taught in this program include:

• Science, Math & STEM
• Computer & Technology Basics
• Creative Arts
• Health & Personal Safety
• Literary, Cultural & Writing
• Life Skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Plan detailed, relevant, creative lesson plans to engage students.
2. Provide course descriptions, learning objectives and supply needs to the Program Manager.
3. Complete orientation process for adjunct faculty, to include Title IX and other College Policy training.
4. Submit and update personnel forms required for employment.
5. Provide timely notice if unable to attend class or scheduled meetings.
6. Submit class evaluations and other documents as directed by program staff.
7. Cultivate open-minded inquiry.
8. Promote cooperation and mutual respect among students.
9. Provide applicable and relevant classroom exercises and activities.

Required Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Appropriate education level will vary based on the course being taught.
2. Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities.
3. Basic computer skills necessary for utilizing technology on classroom.

Desired Qualifications

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Previous teaching, teaching assistant or student teaching experience.
3. Ability to use varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.