Adjunct Faculty, Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities

Prince George's Community College • Largo, MD

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About The Position

About the Department The Lifelong Learning department delivers high-quality, accessible educational programs that empower adults to pursue personal growth, maintain cognitive, physical, and emotional well-being, and engage in meaningful community connection. Through in-person and virtual offerings, we foster a culture of lifelong learning that strengthens individual vitality and contributes to the overall health and resilience of our community. General Responsibilities The Lifelong Learning department is seeking passionate and dedicated instructors to lead engaging, hands-on courses for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students build confidence, independence, and practical life skills in areas such as social skills, daily living, vocational skills, financial literacy, personal safety, and more. The instructor will create a welcoming and supportive learning environment that encourages participation, celebrates achievements, and fosters a sense of community. The instructor will adapt teaching strategies and materials to meet the diverse abilities, learning styles, and needs of adult learners. They will monitor student progress, provide individualized support and feedback, and implement accommodations to ensure every student can succeed. In addition, the instructor will collaborate with Lifelong Learning staff on curriculum planning, course development, and professional growth opportunities, contributing to a dynamic and inclusive educational program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Human Services, Adult Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related discipline.
• At least 1–2 years of experience teaching, supporting, or working directly with adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
• Experience designing and delivering instructional activities, life skills training, or vocational training in an inclusive and accessible learning environment.
• Experience creating inclusive and accessible learning environments, including adapting instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Experience in curriculum development for adults with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications or training in working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, hands-on courses for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and practical life skills in areas such as social skills, daily living, vocational skills, financial literacy, personal safety, and more.
• Create a welcoming and supportive learning environment that encourages participation, celebrates achievements, and fosters a sense of community.
• Adapt teaching strategies and materials to meet the diverse abilities, learning styles, and needs of adult learners.
• Monitor student progress, provide individualized support and feedback, and implement accommodations to ensure every student can succeed.
• Collaborate with Lifelong Learning staff on curriculum planning, course development, and professional growth opportunities, contributing to a dynamic and inclusive educational program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees