Summer Discovery Institute Adjunct Instructors

Title: Summer Discovery Institute Adjunct Instructors
Agency: Patrick & Henry Community College
Location: Martinsville - 690
FLSA: Exempt
Hiring Range: $400 per summer course
Full Time or Part Time: Part Time
Additional Detail
Job Description:
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objective:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the diversity of Virginia, with more than 40 percent of current students coming from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of underserved populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution.
Job Description:
P&HCC Pre-College Programs hosts Summer Learning Experiences for Middle and High School students at main campus in Martinsville, VA. The Summer Discovery Institute is an intensive College & Career Readiness and Leadership Opportunities camp designed specifically to increase high school success and college admissions. The institute combines student selected, hands-on leadership, career exploration, academic and college prep classes Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Friday between 9 am and 3 pm. In addition to coursework students can attend field trips each Wednesday to visit college campuses and participate in volunteer and cultural enrichment experiences. Camp dates are June 3-June 28. Each course will be offered in 1 hour blocks (50 minutes teaching and 10 minutes clean up). Monday-Tuesday or Thursday-Friday.
We are searching for highly motivated and engaging individuals to:

• Develop high quality, hands-on lessons and lead instruction for middle and/or high school program participants in specified fields. Examples include but are not limited to: English, Math, History, Foreign Language, Lab-based Science, STEM, Visual, or Performing Arts, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Fashion Design/Marketing, Physical Education/Wellness, Sports Marketing, Health Career Exploration, Social Sciences, Academic Success, etc.
• Design and submit a course syllabus and lessons with specific outcomes for diverse learners and complete one or more projects with participants
• Follow Pre-College programs policies to ensure student engagement and responsibilities
• Be committed to a positive youth development focus in delivering instruction
• Work in a fun and fast-paced environment with a team
• Meet deadlines for submission of requests for materials and supplies
• Be responsible to maintaining student attendance and engagement records according to Pre-College Programs templates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Core academic areas: (english, math, history, science) minimum Bachelor's degree, or extensive coursework in field of study, equivalent experience. VA Teaching license in-field is preferred.
• Career-based areas: degree or certificate in field or equivalent relevant work/practical experience.
• All applicants appropriate instructional/practicing in-field experience, and/or strong oral presentation and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
N/A