Adjunct Faculty - Geology

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 1,094,000 - 1,895,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational benefits

Job summary

Laurel Ridge Community College seeks an adjunct Geology instructor to teach college-level courses, including possible online courses, at the Middletown Campus, Fauquier Campus, and Luray-Page County Center as needed.

The position is part-time, with no health or leave benefits, and candidates should reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC. Applicants must submit unofficial transcripts with their application. Compensation is calculated per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Masters in the field or Masters with 18 graduate credits in the field.
• Ability to use instructional technology is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach college-level Geology courses, including online formats.
• Deliver instruction on-site and at multiple campus locations as needed.
• Prepare syllabi, assessments, and student evaluations.
• Engage with students in a diverse learning environment.

Skills

Instructional technology

Effective communication

Diversity/inclusion awareness

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Geology

Agency: Laurel Ridge Community College

Location: Frederick - 069

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50.

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description

Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (day, evening and weekend) positions for a Geology adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends. This position will be located on the Middletown Campus, Fauquier Campus, and Luray-Page County Center as needed.

Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.

Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of on-line application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended).

All applicants must include unofficial transcripts at time of application. If any candidate with degrees awarded outside of the United States, please include unofficial evaluations for these foreign transcripts with your application. Should you be selected for hire, faculty who hold one or more degrees are required to submit official transcripts of all degrees, including official evaluations for any foreign transcripts to the Office of Human Resource Management.

Compensation and Benefits: The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.

Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email [e-mail] for further information.

Sponsorship of an employee's work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president.

Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights!

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters in the field or Masters with 18 graduate credits in the field.
• The ability to use instructional technology is required.

Additional Considerations

• Occupational experience in the field.
• Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools
• College level teaching experience, online experience a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written
• The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students