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Westchester Community College

Adjunct Faculty/High School Equivalency Preparation (WEOC)

Pay: $195,187/yr

Posted: 07/02/2026

Location: Yonkers, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

An English Language or Literature Professor leads courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,826 / year median in New York

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Adjunct Faculty/High School Equivalency Preparation (WEOC) Westchester Community College - 4.3 Yonkers, NY Job Details $93.84 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Working with post-secondary students Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Writing skills Academic institution experience Bachelor's degree Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds Classroom experience E-learning platforms LMS Working with individuals from underserved communities

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Yonkers, NY Category:

Adjunct Positions -

Teaching Faculty Job Type:

Credit Adjunct Posted On:

Thu Jul 2 2026

Job Description:

The Westchester Educational Opportunity Center (WEOC), a division of Westchester Community College, is seeking experienced, energetic, innovative, results oriented professionals to join its team. Located in Yonkers, NY, this non-traditional adult education institution provides tuition-free academic and vocational training to eligible underserved adults seeking to develop basic academic and vocational skills, competencies, and credentials needed for enrollment in college and/or entry into the workforce.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Seeking energetic and engaging Adjunct Faculty to teach High School Equivalency courses. The incumbent will provide classroom instruction to students who seek a high school diploma, preparing the student to take and pass the High School Equivalency Exam. High School Equivalency courses include Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Test Prep. Successful candidates must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse population and have the ability to work effectively with students who have barriers to employment. Classes may be offered days or evenings.

Job Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and one year of practical experience teaching content areas and HSE/GED Preparation Courses. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills are required; the ability to establish a rapport with students and maintain an environment that supports learning and promotes student retention, and experience using an LMS are also required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience teaching adult learners and at-risk populations strongly preferred; highly organized and detail oriented.

Additional Information:

HOURLY RATE OF PAY

$93.84 per hour. No benefits. This position is fully grant funded.

POSITION EFFECTIVE

Fall 2026