Adjunct - Graphic Design- Alexandria

Northern VA Community College; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 1,128,000 - 1,721,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College invites applications for adjunct faculty to teach courses in the designated discipline for a diverse student population. Instruction may be delivered face to face, remote, and/or online, with loads up to 12 credit hours in fall/spring and up to 8 credit hours in summer.

The appointment is part-time with no guarantee of continued employment, and compensation is per credit hour.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in the teaching field or a master's with 18 graduate hours in the teaching field.
• Degrees and coursework must be from a regionally accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to NOVA policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in the discipline.

Skills

Instructional technologies

English proficiency

Spanish language skills

Criminal background check

Diversity population experience

Education

Master's degree or higher in teaching field

18 graduate semester hours in teaching field

Regionally accredited institution

Job description

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty are responsible for planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline or field of study for students with a wide range of academic backgrounds and experiences. Instruction may be delivered face to face, remote, and/or 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 summer session. Teaching load is determined by student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract includes no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

Work Schedule

Schedule varies based on class schedules. Classes may be held during the day, evening, or a combination of both.

Pay & Appointment Type

Part-time position with a flat rate paid per credit hour based on assigned rank: Assistant Instructor ($819), Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249).

Essential Functions

• Meet assigned classes regularly.
• Submit required records and reports routinely.
• Teach prescribed courses of study with the established texts.
• Adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.

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 NOVA and VCCS policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in the discipline or field of specialization.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
• Qualifying degrees and coursework must be awarded by and/or completed with a regionally accredited institution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Adept knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and native or near-native oral and written English skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Successful passing of a criminal background check.
• Adjunct faculty must meet assigned classes on meeting dates and submit required grade records and reports and student learning outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and native or near-native oral and written Spanish skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must reside in the DC, VA, MD DMV area.
• Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland, or District of Columbia.

Additional Considerations

• Desired qualifications include college-level teaching experience and/or relevant work experience.
• Ability to use instructional technologies.
• Daytime, evening, and/or weekend availability.

Special Assignments

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to assist the agency or state government in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Location

Alexandria, VA (Work Location: Alexandria - 510). Telework options are subject to change based on business needs.

Application Details

• Posting Number: ADJ_3655P
• Recruitment Type: General Public - G
• Number of Vacancies: Varies based on classes
• Job Open Date: 10/13/2026
• Job Close Date: 11/30/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Important Notes

• Adjunct postings are pool postings. When there is a need, divisions pull from applicants who have applied to this position.
• Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs.
• The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

Benefits (Eligibility for Eligible Employees)

Northern Virginia Community College offers a benefits package that may include comprehensive health and dental insurance, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

Background Check

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks,