Adjunct Faculty - Career Academy Healthcare Instructor

Adjunct Faculty - Career Academy Healthcare Instructor

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC) is committed to accelerating opportunities through the miracle of education. Our success is rooted in a shared dedication to excellence, ethical behavior, empowerment, and a culture of care. BRCC has been consistently recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For, reflecting our supportive, inclusive, and mission‑driven workplace.

By joining BRCC you become part of a community focused on equipping students, alumni, and employees with the knowledge and experience needed to transform themselves, our community, and the world.

BRCC is seeking a part‑time Career Academy Healthcare Instructor. Assignments include teaching day CCMA classes to high school students. Instructional support with other classes may be required. Teaching demonstration may be required as part of the interview process. This is a part‑time wage position, limited to 1,500 hours within a 12‑month period, with no benefits. There is potential eligibility for educational assistance for BRCC classes and job‑related training and/or certifications.

• Teach courses using an approved course outline to meet approved course competencies and learning outcomes in accordance with regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of course content in areas of Medical Assisting and CPR.
• Clearly communicate coursework expectations to students.
• Implement effective teaching techniques in the learning environment that are engaging and student‑focused.
• Utilize instructional technology in the classroom.
• Demonstrate professional commitment to the program.
• Assist students with accessing appropriate resources when needed.
• Work with healthcare facilities to coordinate clinical instruction and in‑person visits to externship sites to evaluate students.
• Assist in job placement follow‑up with past graduates in cooperation with the Career Coach.
• Program preparation work outside of the scheduled class.
• Participate in marketing efforts for healthcare programs including off‑campus events and orientation sessions.
• Assist Career Coach in student retention efforts and certificate completion.
• Substitute for other instructors in medical assisting program if needed.

• Industry credential required: RN/LPN/CMA (AAMA) (NHA) or RMA (AMT).
• Significant work experience in a medical office with both clinical and administrative responsibilities in the last 7 years.
• Working knowledge of Phlebotomy/EKG competencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student population.
• Effective instructional skills.
• Experience using a variety of computer software programs and ability to learn new ones, particularly related to online instruction.

• Prior teaching experience in a college or similar environment.
• Familiarity with instructional technology and course management systems.
• AHA instructor certification in BLS and Heartsaver.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.