Instructor, Adult Education - (POWER Pathways Food Service) - Adjunct

Instructor, Adult Education – (POWER Pathways Food Service) – Adjunct

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Adjunct Instructor to teach students enrolled in the Power Pathways Program. The assignment involves working with students with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD), providing instruction in basic cooking and food safety skills, and preparing students for the Serv Safe Food Handlers exam. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in working with Exceptional Children (EC) or individuals with IDD and possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree.

This role involves delivering high‑quality instruction, developing engaging curriculum materials, and fostering a supportive learning environment to help students succeed in their educational and career goals. The candidate will report directly to the Associate Dean of Adult Education and will work closely with the Access to Achievement Advisor to ensure student success and progression.

• Provide classroom and/or online instruction, deliver engaging and effective instruction to students, maintain student attendance records, and monitor progress and retention. Determine needs of individual students in the program. Create and utilize engaging lesson plans aligned to the NC Adult Education Content Standards and the curriculum guidelines of the Power Pathways Program.
• Serve as a substitute instructor as needed to provide instructional coverage in the absence of the regular instructor.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods and instructional technologies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Assess student progress through examinations, assignments, and projects, providing timely and constructive feedback.
• Supervise and advise students regarding attendance, educational and occupational goals, and individual plans for progress. Manage classroom behavior and uphold student code of conduct. Ensure that class records are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide academic advising and support to students, helping them to achieve their educational and career objectives. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and engagement. Work closely with the Access to Achievement Advisor to monitor and support student progress and address any challenges.
• Integrate contextualized career preparation and CASAS or TABE preparation into daily lesson and classroom activities. Collaborate with other POWER Pathways instructors to ensure Integrated Education and Training components across all classes. Collaborate with other GTCC faculty and staff to develop and refine course materials and instructional strategies. Ensure that the curriculum aligns with industry standards and best practices in working with individuals with IDD.
• Assist with purchase and safe storage of food and other perishable items as well as basic kitchen equipment to be used in Food Service instruction. Track use of supplies and replenish as needed.
• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork. Participate in local, regional and state professional development initiatives to improve knowledge and skill base. Stay current with developments in the field of training for individuals with IDD and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Attend department meetings and contribute to program planning and evaluation.
• Recruit students for program expansion. Work with community partners to ensure adequate enrollment.

• Dealing with frequent interruptions
• Dealing with limited resources (fiscal, human, supplies, etc.)
• Managing student issues…