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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for college readiness adjunct in the United States is $52.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between College Readiness Adjunct vs College Counselor?

AspectCollege Readiness AdjunctCollege Counselor
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree, teaching certification may be preferredMaster's degree in counseling, education, or related field; licensure often required
Work EnvironmentClassroom or workshop settings, often part-time or adjunct rolesOffice settings within colleges, providing student advising and support
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by colleges and universities to prepare students for college-level workUsed by colleges to guide students through academic and career planning

While both roles support student success, College Readiness Adjuncts focus on teaching preparatory courses, whereas College Counselors provide personalized academic and career advising. The roles differ mainly in credentials, work environment, and scope of responsibilities, but both aim to enhance student preparedness and success in higher education.

Adjunct Instructor - College Readiness/Basic Skills

Adjunct Instructor - College Readiness/Basic Skills

Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro, NC • On-site

$28.49/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct Instructor - College Readiness/Basic Skills
Job Description
The instructor will teach low-level adult basic education up to adult high school/ high school
equivalency material, and/or English Language Acquisition.
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Essential Duties Summary
Instructor's duties include:
  1. Plan, create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to student learning.
  2. Teach essential academic and life skills, such as reading, writing, math, problem- solving, and time management, to prepare students for college or the workforce.
  3. Develop and deliver tailored lessons that address the unique needs, abilities, and goals of each student, using accommodations as necessary.
  4. Encourage the development of critical thinking skills through appropriate classroom exercises and assignments.
  5. Provide instruction in communication, teamwork, and self-advocacy to foster confidence and independence in different settings.
  6. Track and document student progress.
  7. Communicate with students, supervisor, and WCC faculty/staff through the technological framework, such as email, provided by WCC.
  8. Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum - Bachelor's degree.
  • Must be willing to obtain NC CORE credentials or have NRS approved credentials.

Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Work is primarily performed in an academic (an office or classroom) setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position. The physical and mental demands described as follows are representative of those that must be met by an employee in performing the essential functions of this job:
Essential functions: Positions require lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate, ability to sit and/or stand for long periods, ability to move between classrooms, buildings, and campuses, ability to express or exchange ideas, and good eye/hand dexterity. Exposure to bodily fluids and hazardous chemicals.
Medium work: Requires ability to operate a variety of types of office, instructional, and dental equipment. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work. Requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, reach, crouch, knees, reach, or grasp for an extended period of time.
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills are important.
Salary Grade
Salary
$28.49 for a Bachelor's degree, $29.90 for a Master's Degree, $31.27 for a Doctorate
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
10537P
Open Date
06/10/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Desired Start Date
07/01/2026
Review Start Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant must complete the Wilkes Community College online application process which includes a cover letter, a resume, references (including a recent supervisor), and unofficial college transcripts (if hired, official college transcripts will be required).
The applicant must be able to successfully pass a background check.
For questions regarding the position, please contact DeeAnna Parker, Director of Career and College Readiness, at 336-903-3235 or dcparker538@wilkescc.edu.
Note: It is important that you check the email that you listed on your applications. Updates for this position will be sent through email.

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