Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

Overview

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 280A2021 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Loudoun Work Location Multiple Locations Hiring Range Adjunct faculty are paid a per credit hour rate. The per credit hour rate is determined by the assigned rank and discipline taught. Assigned rank is determined by both education and teaching experience.

Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options?
-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule Varies according to class schedules

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.

• 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.

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.

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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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 Number

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies varies depending on classes

Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/02/2026 Job Close Date 05/31/2026 Open Until Filled

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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.

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…