Adjunct-Student Development- MA

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 1,288,000 - 1,721,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach PSY and related courses in a part-time capacity. Adjuncts are paid per credit hour based on rank (Instructor $935, Assistant Professor $1,047, Associate Professor $1,160, Professor $1,249) and may teach up to 12 credits in fall/spring or 8 in summer, with load dependent on enrollment.

Responsibilities include developing syllabi, delivering instruction face-to-face, remote, or online; maintaining records and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the field with related experience.
• Master’s degree in the field or master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Counseling, Student Development, or related fields.
• Teaching experience – college level teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with a learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
• Experience teaching in-person and online/asynchronously,
• Experience teaching remotely/synchronously.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS.
• Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

Skills

Excellent writing and communication

Teaching with technology

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the field

Master’s degree in the field or related fields

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Working Title Adjunct-Student Development- MA Role Title Student Development Adjunct Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 280A0000 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Manassas Work Location Prince William - 153 Hiring Range Adjunct faculty teaching PSY are paid per credit hour based on rank: Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249). Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Work Schedule

May be combination of day, evening, online, and/or hybrid courses.

General Description

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment.

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

Essential Functions

As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

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

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with or adapt to teaching with technology
• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the field with related experience

Additional Considerations

• Master’s degree in the field or master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Counseling, Student Development, or related fields.
• Teaching experience – college level teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with a learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
• Experience teaching in-person and online/asynchronously,
• Experience teaching remotely/synchronously.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

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Posting Number ADJ_3460P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/09/2026 Job Close Date 09/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website https://www.nvcc.edu/ Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA.

To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.

• NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission.

For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. 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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