Opticianry Adjunct

Overview

Working Title:

Opticianry Adjunct
Role

Title:

Opticianry Adjunct
Role Code: FLSA Exempt
Pay Band: UG
Position Number: 283A0000
Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location:

Richmond (City) - 760
Hiring Range:
Adjunct faculty are paid based on a per-credit-hour rate. This rate is determined by the assigned rank and the discipline being taught. Assigned rank is based on a combination of education and teaching experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No
EEO Category: I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time:
Part Time
Telework options:
Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Sensitive Position:
No

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students.

We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach Opticianry courses. Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. To assist with the credentialing process, please indicate on your application or resume whether each position held is/was a full-time or part-time position.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Associate’s degree in Opticianry or a closely related teaching field is required.
• Must hold current certification from the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) and the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE), as applicable to assigned course content.
• Minimum of two (2) years of occupational experience in the field is required.
• Candidates assigned to teach online courses must provide documentation of appropriate credentials in distance education, as outlined in college policy.
• The selected candidate must successfully complete the college’s pre-employment security screening process.

Additional Considerations

• Bachelor’s degree in a related teaching field.
• Prior experience teaching in classroom and online laboratory settings.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in both teaching and hands-on instructional delivery is desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.

Posting Number:
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies : multiple
Position End Date (if temporary):
Job Open Date: 01/05/2026
Job Close Date: 12/31/2026
Open Until Filled:
No

Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
Contact Name:
Employment
Email: employment

This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.

We are seeking Instructors in the Opticianry program.

Additional Information

Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as…