HUMAN DISABILITY ADJUNCT

Southern Maine Community College • Brunswick, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This course offers an interdisciplinary overview of disability as a critical dimension of diversity in human services. Students examine the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities through historical, psychological, social, legal, and cultural lenses. This is an in-person adjunct faculty position at SMCC’s Midcoast Campus in Brunswick during the Fall 2026 semester. The class meets on Tuesdays from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Disability Studies, Occupational Therapy, Public Health, or a related field.
• Professional experience in human services, disability services, behavioral health, social work, rehabilitation, education, advocacy, case management, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to support respectful, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments.

Nice To Haves

• College-level teaching experience.
• Experience teaching or facilitating discussions related to disability, inclusion, accessibility, disability rights, cultural humility, or person-centered practice.
• Professional experience working with individuals with physical, sensory, developmental, cognitive, psychiatric, or health-related disabilities.
• Familiarity with disability rights, community-based support, ethical practice, and empowerment-based approaches to human services.
• Experience using Brightspace or another learning management system.

Responsibilities

• Teach Human Disability Adjunct courses.
• Support respectful, inclusive, and student-centered learning environments.

Benefits

• Collegial workplace
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Chance to make a direct impact on student’s lives and Maine’s workforce

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level