Adjunct Instructional Specialist-Massage Therapy

Become an integral member of a dedicated team focused on improving the quality of life among citizens in southeastern and south-central West Virginia.  New River Community Technical College provides comprehensive, quality higher education, workforce training and community education programs and services.  We aspire to make a difference in the communities in which we serve!

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional Adjunct Instructor-Surgical Tech Program who is passionate about cultivating the school’s mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance and review to ensure successful development of each student.

Because of our commitment to community, employment preference is given to residents who live in WV and the New River Community Technical College service area of Braxton, Fayette, Greenbrier, Mercer, Nicholas, Pocahontas, Raleigh, and Summers, West Virginia counties.

The position will reside at the Mercer County Campus, Princeton, West Virginia.

This position reports directly to the Dean of Nursing and Health Science. The position will work collaboratively with management, faculty and staff within the department and college to serve the best interests of the students.

This role is an adjunct, exempt, position and serves at the will and pleasure of the College President.

New River Community and Technical College provides a work environment dedicated to helping our students achieve academic and career goals. 

If you are interested in making a difference in students' lives, we want to hear from you to discuss this opportunity!

Job Summary

Adjunct faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Adjunct faculty are expected to excel in classroom instruction and to fulfill various responsibilities related to their assigned teaching duties.

Nature of Work

Adjunct faculty is responsible for teaching an area of expertise (massage therapy) within a specific period. The primary duties of the successful candidate will be teaching a full range of massage therapy courses for New River Community and Technical College.  

Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.

Summary of Core Responsibilities:

·         Possess thorough and accurate knowledge of his or her specific field/discipline including the ability to evaluate and apply content.

·         Prepare and distribute syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines and follow the published final exam schedule.

·         Be committed to professional development by keeping current in their respective discipline.

·         Select and develop instructional materials; plan and organize instruction to enhance student learning; create appropriate assignments to encourage student learning, the development of communication skills, and higher-order thinking; and use available instructional technology, as appropriate.

·         Use a variety of proven methods of engagement and assessment that facilitate student mastery of the content.

·         Meet classes as scheduled; notify the appropriate Chair or Dean in advance if they are to be absent, and, if possible, arrange for a substitute instructor or assignments for his or her class.

·         Be accessible to students through e-mail, wireless/cellular technology, or scheduled office hours including arranging, when necessary, additional time for appointments.

·         Provide students with constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback.

·         Evaluate student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student performance.

·         Evaluate students based solely on their academic performance and respond promptly to student grade questions and/or appeals.

·         Maintain accurate records of students’ academic standing; promptly provide final grades, attendance, and other information as required by the administration.

·         Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.

·         Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in clear communication of subject matter to the students.

·         Fulfill all requirements as stated in college policies and procedures including mandatory training.

·         Attend and participate in all required meetings and exercise stewardship in the use of college facilities and materials.

Skills and Abilities

Maintain faculty credential s as required by the college's and/or program accrediting agencies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong public speaking and/or presentation skills.

A passion for student learning and teaching.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, required

Associate Degree in related field, or certificate of completion from a massage therapy school is required.

Bachelors Degree is preferred

Experience

Minimum of two (2) or more years of full-time equivalency of teaching/training

Minimum of five (5) or more years of recent, related full-time industry experience is required

Note: An equivalent combination of education and recent experience may be acceptable.

It's important for you to know who we are and what we expect:

MISSION

New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

CORE VALUES

Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. New River CTC employees will demonstrate these values in our daily work and instill them in our students.

RESPECT

• Promote a culture of belonging.


• Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all


• Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-


• Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the

HONESTY

• Communicate openly and


• Take responsibility for one’s actions.


• Provide accurate and transparent reporting of


• Make decisions based on ethical

EDUCATION

• Encourage and support a culture of continuous


• Facilitate the sharing of


• Offer access to a diverse range of educational


• Encourage


• Regularly assess educational programs and supporting


• Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled

COMMUNITY

• Actively engage with the local


• Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non-


• Meet the educational needs and interests of the local


• Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and

VISION

New River Community and Technical College will improve students’ lives and will enrich

communities as an increasingly integral part of the educational and economic landscape of southern West Virginia.