Lecturer - Continuing Education - Spirits (Wild Blossom) Part-Time

Lecturer - Continuing Education - Spirits (Wild Blossom) - PT

Kennedy-King College

The Continuing Education team at Kennedy-King College is community-focused, innovative, and committed to offering accessible wellness and enrichment opportunities beyond traditional academic courses.

Kennedy-King College is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate part-time Continuing Education Instructor to teach a Wine and Spirit Making course in partnership with Wild Blossom Meadery. This unique experiential learning opportunity allows students to gain hands-on exposure to the craft beverage industry through instruction delivered by industry professionals utilizing commercial equipment and production facilities.

The ideal candidate brings extensive expertise in wine and spirit production and a commitment to creating engaging, industry-relevant learning experiences that expand access to career pathways for diverse student populations.

The ideal candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in wine and spirit making, including production processes, fermentation, bottling, quality control, and related industry practices.
• Facilitate hands-on learning experiences in partnership with industry professionals and community partners.
• Create an engaging classroom and laboratory environment that promotes student learning and participation.
• Ensure instructional activities align with college policies, procedures, and Continuing Education standards.
• Maintain accurate attendance, student records, and course documentation.
• Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment for students of varying backgrounds and experience levels.
• Support student success by providing practical, industry-informed guidance and mentorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in wine and spirit making, including all phases of production and bottling.
• Significant professional experience within the wine, spirits, mead, brewing, fermentation, or related beverage industries.
• Ability to effectively teach adult learners in both classroom and experiential settings.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to student engagement, equity, and workforce development.

Salary Range: $35-$65 per hour

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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