Adjunct, Human Services

Overview

Adjunct Job Description

Adjunct faculty in Human Services will have a minimum of a master’s degree in a related field (i.e., Counseling or Social Work), with a focus on addictions. Individuals must be licensed as an LCPC, LPC, LCSW-C, LCSW, LMSW, or LCADC. Licensure must be valid and maintained. Adjuncts are expected to be available to teach in-person on campus.

• Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant scholarly and artistic tools and practices available in the discipline.
• Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and the advancement of essential communication skills.
• Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process and conduct classes with respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
• Maintain currency in the academic discipline and pedagogy.
• Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
• Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Student Success Alert notification process.
• Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
• Online course instructors will respond to student email inquiries within 24–36 hours.
• Use the FCC email account provided to communicate with the College, faculty, staff, and students, and share this information with students.

• Minimum of a master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Counseling or Social Work) with a focus on addictions.
• Licensure as LCPC, LPC, LCSW-C, LCSW, LMSW, or LCADC; licensure must be valid and maintained.
• Adjuncts are expected to be available to teach in-person on campus.

• Seek out current developments and information within the discipline.
• Identify and implement innovative pedagogical practices as appropriate.
• Understand and use technology for pedagogical delivery within the discipline and for the student population.
• Apply technology or other skills to tasks designated by administration and professional development opportunities.

• Participate in New Adjunct Orientation, Adjunct Nights, and other professional training provided by the College for which adjunct faculty will be additionally compensated.
• Collect and submit required student learning outcomes (SLO) and general education assessment data for courses under review.
• Submit required employment documentation, including all official post-secondary transcripts, in a timely manner.
• Complete Title IX Sexual Misconduct, safety and security, and other required training.
• Communicate evacuation, lockdown, and other safety protocols to students during the first class session and as needed after the add date.

Pool Number: TS648P

Appropriate training and experience is desired.

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2026.

For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Kristen Wells at kwells.

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Frederick Community College is committed to equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Telework Eligible? No