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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for community college instructor in Fairfield, CT is $21.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Community college instructors are educators who teach courses at two-year postsecondary institutions, often leading to associate degrees or certificates. They are responsible for developing lesson plans, delivering lectures, assessing student performance, and advising students on academic matters. Instructors may teach a variety of subjects, from liberal arts to technical or vocational fields, and often focus on teaching rather than research. Many community college instructors also engage with the local community and help students transition to four-year universities or the workforce.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community college instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community College Instructor, you generally need subject-matter expertise, a master's degree (or higher) in your teaching field, and experience in curriculum development. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) like Canvas or Blackboard and online teaching certifications are often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and a commitment to student engagement help instructors connect with diverse learners and foster a positive classroom environment. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering effective instruction, supporting student success, and meeting institutional standards.

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Community college instructors often work with a highly diverse student population, including adult learners, first-generation college students, and those balancing education with work or family responsibilities. This diversity can present challenges in addressing a wide range of learning styles, academic preparation, and outside commitments. Instructors can manage these challenges by adopting flexible teaching methods, offering accessible office hours, and staying proactive in student engagement. Collaborating with student support services and participating in professional development can also help instructors better support their students’ success.
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Adjunct Surgical Technology Instructors Fall 2026

SUNY Suffolk County Community College

Selden, NY • On-site

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

SCCC REFERENCE #: 26-60

DATE: June 5, 2026

TITLE: Adjunct Surgical Technology Instructors Fall 2026

CAMPUS: Grant Campus in Brentwood

START DATE: 8/26/2026

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Part-Time

RANK: Faculty

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Suffolk County Community College is the largest community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and primarily serves an audience of more than 1.5 million residents of Suffolk County. The region benefits from an exceptionally high quality of life, with access to world-class arts, sports, New York City, and the natural resources of Long Island.

SUNY Suffolk is a comprehensive community college committed to open access, equity, and student success, and candidates for adjunct faculty positions should be prepared to demonstrate their commitment to these values. Adjunct Faculty are scheduled to teach based on the needs of students and their department, and may have the option to teach in more than one modality.

Responsibilities:

  • Planning and delivering high-quality student-centered instruction appropriate to an open-access community college.

  • Participating in curricular development, assessment, and revision at the course, discipline, and program levels, including assessment of student learning outcomes.

  • Engaging in assessment of college-wide learning outcomes and demonstrating the use of the results of these assessments in courses.

  • Ensuring that principles of equity and inclusion are integrated in curriculum and instructional practice.

  • Ensuring that student knowledge, skills and abilities are aligned with current academic and workforce best practices.

  • Incorporating engaging and appropriate academic technology into all modes of instructional delivery.

  • Teaching assigned courses in accordance with description published in the College catalog and the approved course outline.

  • Completing mandatory compliance training as assigned during the semester.

Candidates interested in applying must submit a cover letter and include a statement of commitment to principles of equity and student success.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare career field with three (3) years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five (5) years.

  • Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBTSSA).

NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE:

Suffolk County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, equal pay compensation-sex, national origin, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or disability in its admissions, programs and activities, or employment. This applies to all employees, students, applicants or other members of the College community (including, but not limited to, vendors and visitors). Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting either of the Civil Rights Compliance Officers/Coordinators listed below. Retaliation against a person who files a complaint, serves as a witness, or assists or participates in the investigation of a complaint in any manner is strictly prohibited.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination polices:

Civil Rights Compliance Officers

Christina Vargas

Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

vargasc@sunysuffolk.edu

(631) 451-4950

or

Dionne Walker-Belgrave

Affirmative Action Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Ammerman Campus, NFL Bldg., Suite 230

533 College Road, Selden, New York 11784-2899

walkerd@sunysuffolk.edu

(631) 451-4051

In an emergency, contact Public Safety to make a report 24 hours a day/7 days a week by calling (631) 451-4242 or dialing 311 from any College phone.

Inquiries or complaints concerning alleged civil rights violations in the College’s education admissions, programs and activities may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights (OCR) – Enforcement Office

U.S. Department of Education

32 Old Slip, 26th Floor

New York, NY 10005-2500

Telephone: (646) 428-3800

Fax: (646) 428-3843

TDD: (877) 521-2172

Email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov

Also see: https://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm

Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination in employment practices may also be directed to:

NYS Division of Human Rights

Long Island (Suffolk)

New York State Office Building

250 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 2B-49

Hauppauge, NY 11788

Telephone: (631) 952-6434

TDD: (718) 741-8300

Email: InfoLongIsland@dhr.ny.gov

Also see: https://dhr.ny.gov/how-file-complaint

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

New York District Office

33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor

New York, NY 10004

Telephone: (800) 669-4000

Fax: (212) 336-3790

TTY: (800) 669-6820

ASL Video Phone: (844) 234-5122

Also see: https://www.eeoc.gov/field/newyork/charge.cfm

Suffolk County Community College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment, education, access to services, programs, and activities, including career and technical education opportunities.

A copy of the postsecondary career and technical education courses offered by the College is available and may be obtained on our website at: www.sunysuffolk.edu/explore-academics/college-catalog or by calling the Office of Admissions at 631-451-4000 to request a mailing.

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