Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Certified Clinical Medical Assisting (CCMA) Instructor - High School Partnership (Part-Time)
Role Title
Non-credit Adjunct Instructor
Role Code
01021
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
286A9999
Agency
Virginia Western Community College
Division
Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location
Salem - 775
Hiring Range
$15 - $41 per contact hour, based on qualifications (Approx. 775 contact hours for full academic year)
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Daily instructional blocks (AM/PM). Must arrive at Salem High School at least 30 minutes prior to the start of first scheduled class. It is anticipated that this position will teach both fall and spring semesters (i.e., the full high school academic year). Assigned classes are based on the needs of the Virginia Western Community College/Salem High School partnership.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.
Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.
Virginia Western Community College is currently accepting applications for a part-time CCMA Adjunct Instructor. This CCMA Adjunct Instructor is a unique position in our Workforce Solutions division that reports to the Program Coordinator at Virginia Western and teaches CCMA classes at Salem High School through an established dual track partnership. The CCMA Adjunct Instructor provides CCMA instruction in the classroom and laboratory settings, implementing a Department of Education-approved curriculum for high school students. The primary responsibilities of the position include classroom and laboratory instruction, student and course evaluation, as well as faculty administrative duties at Salem High School. The CCMA Adjunct Instructor ensures students gain the knowledge and skills required to pass the National Healthcareer Association ( NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant ( CCMA) exam. The instructor will be fully integrated into the Salem High School faculty environment while reporting administratively to VWCC
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until this position is filled.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a healthcare environment, which may include coursework in a Community College or University setting, using a variety of skills including phlebotomy, EKG, and medical assisting practices.
- Must hold a current—or actively apply for and attain— VDOE Teaching License for high school student instruction—within the VDOE required grace period, and, must be—or become – certified in National Healthcareer Association credentials ( CCMA, PHLB, and EKG) within six months of hire.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to develop syllabi and exams; ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum and assessments; as well as the ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds.
Additional Considerations
- Associate degree in a Career and Technical Education field preferred.
- K-12 teaching license preferred.
- Certification or license as a CCMA, RMA, LPN or RN preferred.
- Classroom and laboratory healthcare instruction experience, providing instruction in accelerated formats geared towards certification exam preparation preferred.
- Demonstrated track record of successful student credential obtainment preferred.
- Expertise in one or more of the following areas: medical assistant, medical administrative assistant, phlebotomy, and EKG preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
N/A
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3359P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
06/17/2026
Job Close Date
07/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
www.virginiawestern.edu
Contact Name
Email
hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only on-line applications will be accepted.
Submission of on-line application must also include a resume, cover letter and transcripts of all college work completed. An “other” document, such as a letter of reference or additional transcripts, is optional and may be included as part of the online application process.
We MUST receive copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions. If the transcripts are not attached to the on-line application, please upload a document indicating that the transcripts will be mailed or sent separately to fulfill this requirement. The application will not be accepted without this “required” documentation.
Materials submitted via regular e-mail attachment, postal mail, fax, or in-person in lieu of the on-line application will not be considered.
For more specific information regarding the application process at Virginia Western, visit: http://www.virginiawestern.edu/hr/careeropenings.php. Questions about the on-line application process call 540-857-7282 or 540-857-7305.
Females, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. TTY “711” or 1-800-828-1120. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), Virginia Western Community College will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
Virginia Western is committed to Equal Opportunity.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/97138
