Adjunct Faculty – Physics

Virginia Community Colleges; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,076,000 - 1,798,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College invites applications for an adjunct faculty position to teach Physics and Astronomy courses and labs.

Teaching load varies by semester; courses include Survey of Physics and General/University Physics, with on‑campus instruction and occasional evening/weekend offerings.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physics or related with 18 graduate hours in Physics or Astronomy.
• Commitment to student-centered learning and diversity.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learners.
• Experience with Canvas or similar LMS.
• Willingness to teach day, evening, or weekend.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction for day and evening classes in Physics and Astronomy.
• Assess and grade student work and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain regular on-campus presence and communicate with students and staff.
• Teach flexible schedules including evenings or weekends as needed.

Education

Master’s Degree in Physics or Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Physics or Astronomy

Tools

Canvas (LMS)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics

Role Title

Role Title Adjunct Faculty - Physics

Role Code

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band UG

Position Number

Position Number 293A0000

Agency

Division

Work Location

Work Location Hampton - 650

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $781-$1,305 per credit hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

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.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

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 teachPhysics 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.
Virginia Peninsula Community College

Essential functions

• Design and deliver of instruction for day and evening classes.
• Responsible for student assessment and grading.
• Maintains adequate on-campus presence.
• Provides 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

[e-mail]

Phone Number

757-825-2728

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: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

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: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

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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Will you require sponsorship for employment?

• Yes
• No