Adjunct Instructor of History

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 7,800 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Danville Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor of History to teach in-person, online, and evening courses. You will maintain accurate records, recruit and advise students, and assist with job placement while collaborating with faculty on curricula and accreditation.

This role supports distance learning and uses campus LMS technologies. The department seeks a master’s degree in History or related field, or a master’s with 18 graduate hours in History, and requires strong communication and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History or related field or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
• Strong written and oral communication; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and learning management systems.

Responsibilities

• Teach day, night and online History courses as needed.
• Maintain attendance/participation and grade records.
• Recruit and advise students; assist with job placement.
• Collaborate with faculty; participate in program assessment and accreditation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Teaching with technology

Education

Master’s degree in History or related field

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor of History

Agency: Danville Community College

Location: Danville - 590

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: $700-1,100 per credit hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Additional Detail

Job Description:

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors. Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered. The Arts, Sciences and Business division seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach History. Adjunct Instructors are supported by faculty and staff in the development of courses and are involved in decisions about curricula.

Job Duties:

• Teach various day, night and online courses, as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance/participation and grades.
• Complete Canvas training.
• Recruit and advise students.
• Assist students with job placement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

1. Teaching Responsibilities

• Teach assigned in-person History courses in accordance with college policies.
• Maintain current knowledge of the History field of study.
• Incorporate developmentally appropriate practice and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Teach various day or evening courses, as needed.
• Participate in professional development related to teaching and History.

2. Student Recruitment

• Support student retention and program completion initiatives.

3. Faculty Collaboration and Support

• Facilitate sharing of curriculum resources, instructional materials, and best practices.
• Assist with onboarding of new adjunct faculty.
• Participate program assessment and accreditation activities.

4. Program Data and Reporting

• Assist with collection and analysis of program data.
• Prepare documentation and reports required for institutional and accreditation review, such as program reviews and annual program assessment.

5. Professional Engagement

• Stay current on the History field of study and teaching best practices.

6. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in History or related field, or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
• Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.
• Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making.
• Ability to adjust to change, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks as needed.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of faculty, staff, enrolled students, prospective students, and community members.
• Skilled in written and oral communication.
• Skilled in monitoring, mentoring, and evaluating.
• Skilled in developing, implementing, and communicating college policies and procedures.
• Skilled in problem-solving and working effectively with administration, faculty, staff and students.
• The ability and willingness to market the program to potential students of all ages and backgrounds.
• Commitment to teaching excellence with an enthusiasm for teaching.
• Ability to use technology to enhance instruction.
• Ability to effectively teach in distance learning modalities.

Additional Considerations:

• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Knowledge and experience with using PeopleSoft
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using a Learning Management System (LMS)
• Experience working in a community college setting
• Demonstrated success working with students, faculty, and administration