Massage Therapy Instructor (Adjunct Faculty Pool)

Rogue Community College•Grants Pass, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Rogue Community College is accepting applications for an adjunct faculty pool to teach part-time in the Massage Therapy department. The pool is expected to remain open until June 2027 unless hiring needs end sooner. Applications will be reviewed and candidates contacted for interviews as positions become available. Compensation is based on the 2026–27 Adjunct Faculty Salary Schedule. The instructor teaches in classroom, lab, learning-center, or other appropriate settings, including day, evening, or weekend schedules. They prepare and use instructional materials, assess student learning against course objectives, and adapt instruction for online and distance-learning environments while maintaining comparable instructional quality, interaction, and assessment. The instructor may contribute to department meetings, curriculum planning, and development; advises students on program goals and course requirements; and supports learners with varied backgrounds and needs. The role reports within the department’s faculty supervision structure. The Director evaluates faculty under established procedures and collaborates with the Dean and Department Coordinator on faculty workload, professional growth, retention, and staffing. The instructor is responsible for departmental equipment and the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate. A current Oregon Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) license and massage therapy occupational experience are required; a bachelor’s degree and teaching experience are preferred. A criminal background check is required.

Requirements

Current Oregon Massage Therapy (LMT) license.
Massage Therapy occupational experience.
Extensive knowledge of the Massage Therapy discipline.
Knowledge of computer applications for communication and learning, including word processing, networks, the Internet, spreadsheets, and multimedia presentations.
Knowledge of curriculum development, the community college mission and diverse student needs, ADA accommodations, and pedagogical methods such as lecture, group activity, discussion, and individual instruction.
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to collaborate as a member of an academic department and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching in the subject area.
Ability to participate in curriculum and program development, student advising, and college-wide student retention and success efforts.
Experience or potential for innovation and creativity in teaching and related educational duties, including use of new technologies.
Commitment to professional standards and growth.
Pass a criminal background check.
If required to drive on behalf of the college, possess a valid Oregon Driver License and provide proof of an acceptable driving record.
Submit a resume, cover letter, and copy of current Oregon LMT licensure.
Final candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Instruct students in classroom, lab, learning-center, or other appropriate settings during the day, evening, or weekend.
Prepare, distribute, and use course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other instructional support materials.
Develop, communicate, and use student assessment processes and instruments aligned with course objectives.
Adapt instruction for online and distance-learning environments, maintaining comparable quality, student-teacher interaction, and assessment.
Participate as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities, as appropriate.
Communicate effectively with students and college staff.
Maintain responsibility for departmental equipment and the security of facilities and instructional materials, as appropriate.
Participate in curriculum planning and development as needed.
Organize learning experiences to benefit traditional and non-traditional learners.
Advise students on program goals and course requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.