English as a Second Language Adjunct (2027 Academic Year)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel between campus locations

Job summary

Germanna Community College seeks an ESL Adjunct for the 2027 Academic Year to teach English as a Second Language both in-person and online. The adjunct may teach up to 12 credit hours in fall/spring and up to 8 in summer, with no guaranteed continued employment.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor's in ESL or related field, demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, and be committed to diversity. Willingness to learn AI tools and use Canvas is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in ESL or related field; diverse teaching environments.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Commitment to promoting diversity in a culturally rich environment.
• Willingness to learn and apply new technologies for teaching (AI tools).
• Experience or willingness to learn Canvas LMS for course delivery.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL courses in-person and online.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and monitor student progress.
• Adhere to GCC and VCCS policies and procedures.
• Maintain currency in the discipline and use appropriate tech tools.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to diversity

Willingness to learn AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in ESL or related discipline

18 graduate semester hours in applied linguistics or TESOL

ESL teaching experience at secondary level

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Working Title English as a Second Language Adjunct (2027 Academic Year) Role Title ESL Adjunct Role Code 01013-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 297A0000 Agency Germanna Community College Division Germanna Community College (Div) Work Location Fredericksburg - 630 Hiring Range $836-$1,737/per credit hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time

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.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs

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. We are seeking someone who is able to teach English as a Second Language both in-person 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 GCC 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

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

• Bachelor's degree in ESL or related discipline, such as English, Foreign Language, or Linguistics.
• Demonstrates strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Potential for facilitating student success.
• Willingness to assume relevant technological skills required for effective teaching.
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.
• Demonstrates commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
• Indication of teaching and service furthering the goal of building a culturally diverse educational environment.

Additional Considerations

• 18 graduate semester hours of coursework in applied linguistics or TESOL.
• ESL teaching experience at a secondary level.
• Maintenance of currency in respective professional discipline.
• Demonstrates computer skills that can be applied to a learning management system such as Canvas.
• Willingness to assume duties to support the strategic goals of Germanna Community College.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Posting Number ADJ_3077P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1+ Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/05/2026 Job Close Date 08/31/2027 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.germanna.edu Contact Name Catra Godwin Email [e-mail] Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information

Adjunct Faculty Pool Postings

Adjunct postings are open pools, which means they may not reflect active recruiting at the time of application. Division offices will contact selected candidates as teaching needs arise. Please note that notification regarding your hiring status may not occur until the end of the semester or hiring cycle.

Teaching assignments are determined by student enrollment and staffing needs, and adjunct appointments do not guarantee continued employment.

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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