Adjunct Faculty - Humanities - Nevada Career Institute - Las Vegas

Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of Nevada Career Institute, North-West College, Glendale Career College, and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.

Our everyday mission is to educate students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.

Careers Site: https://www.success.edu/careers-with-sec/

6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 4 to 20 hours days can vary Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs

POSITION SUMMARY

The Adjunct Faculty - General Education teaches COM160 – Communication, ENG163 or English Composition, or HUM164 – Humanities/Ethics in support of general education requirements for students enrolled in the Surgical Technology program. The instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, supporting student learning, and ensuring course content aligns with institutional and accreditation standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach assigned courses in Communication, English Composition, and Humanities following approved course outlines, objectives, and learning outcomes.
• Provide engaging, student-centered instruction through lectures, discussions, activities, and assessments.
• Use varied teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles, including technology-enhanced instruction.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, assignments, and materials in accordance with institutional requirements.
• Assess student performance fairly and consistently; provide timely and constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate grade records and submit required reports by established deadlines.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, critical thinking, and academic success.
• Hold office hours or provide student support as required.
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and training sessions as needed.
• Uphold academic integrity and enforce all academic and classroom policies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Experience teaching in an education setting.
• Experience teaching remote online courses.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle. etc.).
• Background in interdisciplinary instruction or integrated learning approaches.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging, rigorous instruction.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to student learning, equity, and academic excellence.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and academic leadership.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, Humanities, or a closely related field, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in another discipline with 18 graduate credit hours in English, Communication, Humanities, Philosophy, or a related content area.
• Prior postsecondary teaching experience preferred.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse student populations including adult learners and first-generation students.

Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer