American Sign Language Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026)

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,152,000 - 2,393,000; Part time

Job summary

Germanna Community College invites applications for an American Sign Language Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026) to teach in-person daytime/afternoon ASL courses at Germanna's Spotsylvania location, with scheduling that may vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm.

A Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate hours in the discipline is required; successful candidates will use Canvas and other learning management tools to engage students in diverse modalities and maintain ongoing communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline.
• Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach in-person ASL courses.
• Engage students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Teach in multiple modalities including virtual environments and online coursework

Skills

Online teaching

Student engagement

Communication

Education

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hrs

Official transcripts before offer

Tools

Canvas

TOPS 2.2

Job description

Working Title American Sign Language Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026) Role Title American Sign Language Adjunct Role Code 01013-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 297A0000 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Spotsylvania - 177 Hiring Range $836-$1,737/per credit hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time 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? Work Schedule
Hours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs.
Sensitive Position No Job Description
Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking and many other activities.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. We are currently seeking adjunct faculty members to teach in-person daytime/afternoon ASL courses. The successful candidate will be able to successfully instruct and assist students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Please note: This wide salary range reflects the diverse faculty ranks within the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). Final salary determination and placement within this range are based on the candidate’s academic credentials and occupational experience as evaluated via the VCCS-10 process.
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 with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline
• Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer
• Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication
• Commitment to student engagement in the online teaching environment including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support mechanisms to ensure student success.
• Technology capability (access to WIFI, computers) to teach remotely
• All teaching positions of Germanna Community College require the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually.
• Demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.
• Complete Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2 prior to teaching
  

Additional Considerations

• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools
  

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
May be required to travel to all campus locations.
Posting Number ADJ_2751P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1+ Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/30/2025 Job Close Date 11/30/2026 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.germanna.edu Contact Name Catra Godwin Email [e-mail] Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information
Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
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
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.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89368