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Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

Northern Virginia Community College

Job Description

Job Description:Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

Duties and Tasks:
    • Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
    • Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
    • Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
    • Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS.
    • Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.
Essential Functions:
As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications
KSA’s
    • Ability to work with a diverse student population
    • Excellent interpersonal skills
    • Exellent analytical skills
    • Excellent oral/written communication skills
    • The ability to teach in the daytime, evening, or a combination of both or weekends
    • Ability to use instructional technology
Required Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in Communication Studies or Speech Communication, OR
  • Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Communication Studies or Speech Communication

Additional Considerations
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience teaching in higher education
  • Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
  • Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No

Supervises Employees
No

Required Travel
n/a
Posting Detail Information
 
Posting Number
ADJ_788P

Recruitment Type
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies
varies depending on classes

Position End Date (if temporary)

 
Job Open Date
01/22/2024

Job Close Date
09/30/2024

Open Until Filled
 
Agency Website
https://www.nvcc.edu/

Contact Name
 
Email
 
Phone Number
 
Special Instructions to Applicants
Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

Additional Information
 
Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.


EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.


ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.


E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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