Adjunct Faculty - Computer Science

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 semesters and/or up to 8 credit hours during the summer session. Teaching loads are based upon 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 and 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 (KSA’s) Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent analytical skills Ability to use instructional technology Required Qualifications Master’s degree in computer science or master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours of coursework in computer science. Qualifying academic degrees and coursework must be awarded by and/or completed with a regionally accredited institution. Additional Considerations 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 Benefits NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program. EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non‑merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act (ADAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E‑Verify Statement VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. Applicants will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of their identity for employment purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Community Colleges