Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services

Virginia Community Colleges; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 1,092,436 - 2,332,276; Part time

Job summary

Mountain Empire Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services. Positions are available for on-campus and online delivery, daytime/evenings/weekends, with pay determined by the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule and Faculty Ranking Profile.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree and at least two years of related experience; transcripts must be submitted. Contact the School Dean for details.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the teaching field or Associate’s degree with demonstrated competency.
• Minimum of two years of related occupational experience.
• Teaching experience in college-level and/or dual enrollment courses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach on-campus and online courses in a variety of days/times.
• Deliver high-quality instruction and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to curriculum development and assessment activities.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Diverse teaching strategies

Higher education standards

Inclusive teaching

Verbal & written communication

Course materials design

Assessment design

LMS proficiency

Student motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree

Tools

LMS

Multimedia tools

Educational technologies

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services

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 - School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services

Role Title

Role Title Adjunct

Role Code

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band UG

Position Number

Position Number 299A9999

Agency

Agency Mountain Empire Community College

Division

Division Mountain Empire Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $793 - $1693 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?

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

Seeking applicants available for on campus and online instruction on various days and times.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Mountain Empire Community College
Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.
Mountain Empire Community College invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services. We are seeking applicants available for on-campus, online, for daytime and/or evenings and/or weekends. Salary is based on the academic preparation and work experience of the applicant and is determined according to the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule and the VCCS -29 Faculty Ranking Profile. For further information, please contact the Dean or Administrative Assistant of the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services, at 276-523-2400 or [e-mail] and [e-mail].
Adjunct instructor positions available for various areas in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services, including but not limited to arts, sciences, education, and business.
Adjunct Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of on-line applications must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed. Official transcripts are required upon hire.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom or virtual environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. An adjunct is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and actively contributing to the academic, professional, and community life of the college. The role emphasizes instructional excellence through innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and assessment. This position requires a commitment to continuous professional growth aligned with the college’s mission and goals.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of the specific discipline or subject area relevant to the teaching assignment.
• Familiarity with diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment techniques to support student learning.
• Understanding of higher education standards, accreditation requirements, and institutional policies.
• Awareness of diverse student backgrounds, learning styles, and barriers to learning with strategies to promote an inclusive classroom environment.
• Knowledge of college procedures, governance, and administrative requirements.
• Ability to clearly convey complex concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Skills in developing engaging, well-organized, and accessible course materials and activities.
• Proficiency in designing assessments that accurately measure student learning and providing constructive feedback.
• Competence with learning management systems ( LMS ), multimedia tools, and other educational technologies.
• Ability to motivate students, foster critical thinking, and create a positive learning environment.
• Flexibility to modify teaching approaches based on student needs, feedback, and evolving educational practices.
• Upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the teaching field or Associate’s in the teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field.
• Minimum of two years of related occupational experience.

Additional Considerations Teaching experience in college-level and/or dual enrollment courses.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

None.

Posting Number

Posting Number ADJ_3493P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 0-10

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 07/29/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Contact Name

Contact Name Jane Jones

Email

Phone Number

Phone Number 276-523-7460

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

VCCSuses 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.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you requesting consideration through the Alternative Hiring Process and have you received an approved AHP Letter from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI)? Please attach your AHP Letter.
  • Yes
  • No