Adjunct Instructor, French Language
Salary
$25.00 - $30.00 Hourly
Location
Flat Rock, NC
Job Type
Part-time Faculty
Job Number
26-252
Division
Economic Workforce Development & Continuing Education
Opening Date
11/04/2026
Description
Blue Ridge Community College is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and student-focused Adjunct French Instructor to plan and deliver engaging, high-quality French language instruction for adult learners. The instructor will provide a supportive learning environment that helps students develop practical French language skills for personal, professional, travel, and cultural purposes.
Examples of Duties
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging French language instruction appropriate for all learners and the designated course level.
- Teach foundational, intermediate and/or advanced French language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, reading, writing, listening, and conversational skills.
- Incorporate practical, real-world applications of the French language into classroom instruction.
- Integrate French culture, customs, and current topics into lessons when appropriate.
- Develop and utilize instructional materials, activities, exercises, and assessments that support student learning.
- Create an interactive classroom environment that encourages students to participate and develop confidence using the French language.
- Adapt instructional methods and activities to accommodate varying levels of student knowledge, experience, and learning needs.
- Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to support learning and skill development.
- Complete required college documentation, including attendance records and other administrative requirements.
- Collaborate with Continuing Education staff to ensure a positive student experience.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency in French, including strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of French language fundamentals, grammar, pronunciation, and culture.
- Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners in a classroom setting.
- Previous experience teaching, training, tutoring, or providing language instruction preferred.
- Ability to create a positive and respectful learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associates degree or higher in French, education, linguistics, or a related field.
- Previous experience teaching French.
- Experience teaching conversational French or introductory French courses.
- Native or near-native proficiency in French.
- Experience developing instructional materials or curriculum for language learners.
Additional Information
Additional Information
- This is a part-time, adjunct position within the Continuing Education Division.
- Classes are typically offered during the day, evenings and/or weekends based on community demand and instructor availability.
- Instruction takes place at the Blue Ridge Community College on the Henderson and/or Transylvania County Campuses.
- Adjunct instructors are hired on a course-by-course basis, and teaching assignments are contingent upon enrollment and program needs.
- Successful candidates must complete all required employment documentation in accordance with college policies.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
Employer Blue Ridge Community College
Address Blue Ridge Community College, 180 W Campus Dr
180 W Campus Dr
Flat Rock, North Carolina, 28731
Phone 8286941725
Website https://www.blueridge.edu/