Geology Adjunct Instructor

Geology Adjunct Instructor

Salary

$35.85 Hourly

Location

Various Campuses - Placement determined by program needs and applicant availability, NC

Job Type

Part-time Faculty

Job Number

26-920

Division

Instruction

Opening Date

03/30/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

This is an ongoing, as-needed post to create a pool of applicants. As department needs are identified, this pool will be reviewed periodically to obtain potential candidates.

The primary purpose of this position is to sustain teaching performance in the geology discipline, including appropriate course loads. This could include seated, hybrid, and online courses.

Why it's Important:

The Blue Ridge team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our staff and faculty to ensure we provide a modern, technologically advanced institution for the community. We are here to support our students to ensure they reach their highest potential.

Our team engages with the community to ensure that we are consistently meeting standards and then rising above them. Guiding students along their educational journey is our calling and we are looking for like-minded teammates to help us serve our community. Whether a student is entering the workforce for the first time, entering a new profession, or just expanding their knowledge, we are here to provide the necessary tools to accomplish all their goals. Working together, no elevation is too high, and no summit is unreachable.

Examples of Duties

• Perform record keeping function in the areas of attendance, student performance in an accurate and timely manner.
• Review, grade and provide appropriate feedback on student submitted work in a timely fashion
• Prepare and deliver lesson plans to students on an online learning platform as well as at designated instructional location(s)
• Maintain mastery and currency in the field of Geology to ensure continuity between course instruction and evidence-based practices.
• Ensure compliance and confidentiality with all policies and procedures of the College, NC Community College System, and applicable State and Federal agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Masters' Degree from Accredited institution with a concentration in Geology or a Masters Degree in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Geology.

Experience

All applicants must provide verifiable and relevant professional experience in a workplace setting OR demonstrated instructional/teaching environment.

Skills and the Know How

Current knowledge of a variety of related topics including use of Microsoft Office applications. The person filling this position must possess strong personal and professional integrity, good interpersonal skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite or similar products, database systems, College email and website, and other computer applications associated with the position.

Additional Information

Physical Demands

The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer Blue Ridge Community College

Address Blue Ridge Community College, 180 W Campus Dr

180 W Campus Dr

Flat Rock, North Carolina, 28731

Phone 8286941725

Website https://www.blueridge.edu/