Adjunct Faculty - Physics

Adjunct Faculty - Physics

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 DMV metro area, if selected for hire.

Posting Details

Working Title - Adjunct Faculty - Physics

Agency - Northern VA Community College

Division - NV280-Provost Woodbridge

Work Location - Multiple Locations

Hiring Range - Adjunct faculty teaching PSY are paid per credit hour based on rank: Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249).

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

Sensitive Position - No

Job Description - General 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.

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 ofNOVAand theVCCS.Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

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'sAbility to use technology to enhance instructionExcellent interpersonal skillsExellent analytical skillsExcellent oral/written communication skillsAbility to work with a diverse student populationAbility to use instructional technologyCommitment to teaching excellenceAbility to teach day, night and/or weekendsRequired Qualifications:Masters Degree in Physics or a related field of study, OR a Masters degree with a minimumof 18 graduate semester hours in Physics

Additional Considerations - Additional Considerations:Prior experience teaching in higher educationPrevious experience with introductory level astronomy coursesExperience 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.