Adjunct Faculty - Physics

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics | Role Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics | Role Code FLSA Exempt | Pay Band UG | Position Number 293A0000 | Agency Virginia Peninsula Community College | Division Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div) | Work Location Hampton - 650 | Hiring Range Commensurate with qualifications and 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 Varied. Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two‑year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York. Virginia Peninsula seeks faculty to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during the summer semester. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Instruction may be during the day, evening, or weekend. This position will teach Physics and Astronomy classes and labs such as Survey of Physics, Astronomy I and II, General College Physics I and II, and University Physics I and II. Essential Functions Design and deliver instruction for day and evening classes. Responsible for student assessment and grading. Maintain adequate on‑campus presence. Provide timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College. 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 Master’s Degree in Physics or Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Physics or Astronomy from a regionally accredited institution. Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student‑centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners. Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team. Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non‑traditional students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups. Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs. Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning. Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed. Must be able to work at all campus locations. Additional Considerations Community college teaching experience. Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face‑to‑face classroom modalities. Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience. Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs. Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees | No Required Travel Minimal. Posting Number ADJ_3181P | Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 99 | Position End Date (if temporary) | Job Open Date 03/18/2026 | Job Close Date 12/31/2026 | Open Until Filled Yes | Agency Website VPCC.edu | Contact Name Human Resources | Email View email address on click.appcast.io | Phone Number View phone number on click.appcast.io Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service‑Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: or call DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or DBVI at View phone number on click.appcast.io 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. For more information, please follow this link: 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 Acts (ADA and ADAAA), 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. You will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. 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