Adjunct Faculty/CompTIA Tech+

Category:: Adjunct Positions - Teaching Faculty
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Department:: Workforce Development & Community Education/ JobSTAR
Locations:: Valhalla, NY
Posted:: Jun 4, 2026
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Non-Credit Adjunct
Ref. No.:: AFCTT060426
Position ID:: 201191
About Westchester Community College:

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

Job Description:

Westchester Community College seeks a knowledgeable, dynamic, and student-centered Adjunct Instructor to teach non-credit CompTIA Tech+ workforce training courses within the Division of Workforce Development. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, engaging instruction designed to prepare students for the CompTIA Tech+ certification exam while building foundational competencies in computer hardware, software applications, networking, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and IT support.

This position supports the College's workforce development mission by equipping students with industry-relevant technology skills that lead to career advancement and entry into high-demand IT occupations. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with effective instructional practices and a demonstrated ability to foster active learning in a supportive classroom environment. The successful candidate must possess the ability to engage and support a diverse population of adult and workforce learners with varying educational backgrounds, skill levels, and lived experiences. A strong commitment to teaching excellence, workforce readiness, student success, and the mission of a community college is essential.

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree and at least one (1) year of relevant practical experience are required. Candidates must possess demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with CompTIA Tech+ and/or A+ platforms, including the ability to effectively support foundational IT instruction. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to engage students through active, student-centered learning strategies and effectively integrate instructional technology into the classroom environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with a demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse student population representing a broad range of educational backgrounds, skill levels, and lived experiences. The ideal candidate will foster an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment that promotes student success.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous high school, college-level, and/or workforce training instructional experience is strongly preferred. Candidates who possess a CompTIA Tech+ and/or A+ certification are highly desirable. Experience using CompTIA course management tools and instructional platforms is strongly preferred. A Master's degree in a related field is preferred. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, student success, and the mission and goals of a community college, with the ability to effectively support learners from diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds.

Additional Information:

WORK SCHEDULE: Saturdays 9:30 am -1:30 pm at the Valhalla campus.

POSITION EFFECTIVE: Fall 2026

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $63.20 per hour. No benefits.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested MUST apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position, a resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references. Please login to: https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents. The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning.

The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.