Adjunct Instructor, Test of Essential Academic Skills Prep (CE)

Adjunct Instructor, Test of Essential Academic Skills Prep (CE)

Salary

$35.85 - $38.30 Hourly

Location

Durham, NC

Job Type

Adjunct Instructor (PT)

Job Number

26-27-00018

Division

Academics and Guided Career Pathways

Department

Health and Wellness

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2027 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

Do Great Things! Durham Technical Community College is hiring an Adjunct Instructor in the Health and Wellness Department. The Adjunct Instructor will provide high-quality instruction for students preparing to take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS). This part-time role focuses on strengthening students' knowledge and test-taking strategies in reading, mathematics, science, and English/language usage. The instructor will create an engaging and supportive learning environment that promotes student success and confidence. The position is vital for the growth and compliance of our CE offerings and support of our students completing CE credentials.

The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for course preparation, delivery, grading, and records management. The instructor will work closely with the program Director or Coordinator on matters related to and for the benefit of the TEAS Test Prep Course and its students.

Examples of Duties

• Teach all courses, as assigned, for the full duration of scheduled instruction.
• Deliver structured TEAS test preparation instruction in alignment with current exam standards.
• Be fully prepared with a syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accordance with the stated objectives of the course.
• Develop and implement lesson plans covering all TEAS subject areas: Reading, Math, Science, and English/Language Usage.
• Provide test-taking strategies, time management techniques, and practice assessments.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support improvement.
• Maintain accurate attendance and performance records.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs and foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating classroom environment.
• Stay current with TEAS exam updates, best practices in test preparation, and developments in the field of instruction.
• Enforce academic policies and procedures and comply with institutional rules and regulations.
• Maintain complete course and student records, reports, and forms.
• Must be reliable, punctual, organized, submission of paperwork timely and have ability to juggle multiple priorities in a very busy educational/training department with excellent interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Education, Science, English, Mathematics, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in in Nursing, Education, Science, English, Mathematics, or a related field

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years of professional work experience with a background in healthcare education or nursing programs
• Experience teaching TEAS or similar standardized test prep courses
• Prior teaching, tutoring, or test preparation experience

Supplemental Information

• Familiarity with adult learning principles and diverse instructional strategies
• Strong knowledge of TEAS exam content areas
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and motivate adult learners
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and effective oral and written communication/public relation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action.
• Ability to make presentations to large audiences and work with adult learners.
• Ability to create and execute lesson plans and course objectives and outcomes.
• Excellent computer skills as evidenced by experience with at least one learning management system (such as Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) and competence with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Personal integrity, honesty, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a community college.
• At all times, represent the college in a positive and professional manner.?

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job: Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses?
• Ability to express or exchange ideas
• Ability to lift, at times, 10 lbs.
• Good eye/hand dexterity.

Normal Working Hours:

Scheduled meeting times, course preparation, grading responsibilities, and student consultations are included as part of contracted duties. Specific work hours will be determined based on class schedules and in coordination with the supervisor. Please note that hours are contingent upon student enrollment and instructional needs and therefore are not guaranteed

This position is not eligible for benefits. For more information, please visit Employee Categories and Benefits Eligibility.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than High School
• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing, Education, Science, English, Mathematics, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have at least 2 years of professional work experience in healthcare education, nursing programs, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience teaching TEAS or similar standardized test preparation courses?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have prior teaching, tutoring, or test preparation experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Durham Technical Community College

Address 1637 East Lawson Street

Durham, North Carolina, 27703

Phone 919-536-7244-5101

919-536-7200

Website https://www.durhamtech.edu/