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Position Title Adjunct Instructor for Adult Learners with IDD FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week Varies Work Schedule To be discussed Position Salary Range Stipend $38-$50 per class hour Summary
Howard Community College ( HCC) is looking for experienced and passionate instructors to teach adaptive classes for our Inclusive Learning Programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities ( IDD). We are a continuing education program that allows adults of all ages with IDD to maintain or build on their skills and knowledge in a supportive and welcoming environment. This is an on-site, part-time adjunct position.
We are currently recruiting qualified applicants with a variety of skills and proven teaching ability for the following categories of classes:
Employability Soft Skills and Job-Specific Training
Social Skills
Life Skills
Basic Financial Literacy
Foundational Math and Number Sense
Foundational Literacy and Phonics Instruction
Health
Fitness
Art
Science
Social Studies
Computer Skills
Culinary and Foodservice
And more!
Adjunct instructors are hired on an ongoing basis. We are in the process of expanding our programs and the number of teaching opportunities is anticipated to continue to rise. Please specify in your cover letter how your experience and skills could contribute to our program.
For more information, please reach out to ILP@HowardCC.edu.
Program Website: https://www.howardcc.edu/programs-courses/continuing-education/courses/inclusive-learning-programs-core/
Essential Role Responsibilities
Prepare and teach age and developmentally appropriate lessons centered around practical, real-life topics.
Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a respect for differences.
Respond to issues professionally and with an understanding of how disabilities affect learning and behavior.
Collaborate with other instructors and administrators to maintain consistency throughout the program.
Teaching experience, including experience planning lessons and developing curriculum for whole-group instruction
Experience working with adults with IDD, or a strong desire to learn best practices for working with this population
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary Division Workforce, Career, & Community Education Department Workforce Career & Community Education
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number NB317P Number of Vacancies 5+ Best Consideration Date Job Open Date 08/20/2026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Yes Applicant Instructions
*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.
HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.
Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college’s application in full).
Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.
