Adjunct Faculty - Diagnostic Medical Sonography Instructor

Reporting to the Dean of Health and Wellness Sciences, the adjunct faculty will: play a critical role in educating and preparing students for careers in sonography. This position requires the candidate to demonstrate both clinical expertise and instructional skills across various modalities, including in-person and online education. The ideal candidate will be a progressive educator who embraces innovation and diversity in instructional strategies and fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. Teaching & Learning:  Deliver high-quality instruction in DMS courses through lectures, labs, and clinical supervision. Adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs and use technology to enhance within the classroom and via Canvas; Assessment & Evaluation: Evaluate student performance, provide constructive feedback, and support students’ academic and professional growth; Includes responsibilities such as: inputting attendance, midterm and final grades; Providing effective formal and informal feedback to students to enhance learning experiences; Collaborative Engagement: Work closely with the program director and/or dean of health sciences to ensure cohesive educational experiences. Participate in department meetings, training, and college-wide initiatives; Mentorship: Act as a mentor and advisor to DMS students, fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment that emphasizes diversity, equity, and cultural competence. 

Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. 

Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future. 

LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success. 

Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible.  Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.