Adjunct Instructor of History

Virginia Community Colleges; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 964,000 - 1,515,000; Part time

Job summary

Danville Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach History, developing courses with faculty support and contributing to program assessment. The role requires teaching day and evening courses, maintaining records, and recruiting students.

Responsibilities include onboarding new adjuncts, collaborating on curriculum, and ensuring delivery aligns with accreditation standards. Master’s in History or related field is required, with a January 2027 start anticipated.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in History or related field or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in History.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
• Ability to utilize campus resources including software and LMS.
• Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgment in decision making.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and distance learning modalities.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned in-person History courses in accordance with college policies.
• Maintain attendance/participation and grades records.
• Recruit and advise students; assist with job placement.
• Onboard new adjunct faculty and participate in program assessment.
• Prepare documentation for accreditation reviews and program reports.
• Stay current on History and teaching best practices.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Ability to use campus resources

Ability to communicate with diverse C

Technology-enhanced instruction

Education

Master’s degree in History or related field

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

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

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- Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

M-F, 8am-5pm, occasional evenings and weekends

This is a fully face-to-face position.
This position is anticipated to begin in January 2027.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

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.

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 History or related field, or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
• 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.

Please attach transcripts to demonstrate your conferred Master’s degree and any other supporting documents that confirm your qualifications, experience, and preparedness for the role.

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

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

Some travel may be required.

Posting Number ADJ_3346P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Open Date 10/15/2026

Job Close Date 10/29/2026

Contact Name Tracy Vasquez

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.

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