Geography Adjunct – Remote Teaching (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 1,128,000 - 1,721,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College seeks an Adjunct Geography instructor to teach courses in physical geography and human geography, in formats ranging from face-to-face to remote and online.

Adjuncts teach up to 12 credit hours in fall and spring, or up to 8 in summer; you will develop syllabi, prepare instructional materials, record grades, and assess student progress. The position is part-time with no expectation of continuing employment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field or master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
• Qualifying degrees must be awarded by a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience teaching introductory college-level courses in geography is preferred.
• Experience using learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Teach specific geography classes (physical and human geography) using varied delivery formats.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to NOVA and VCCS policies and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in the discipline and related technologies.

Skills

Technology for instruction

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Oral/written communication

Diversity engagement

Instructional technology

Teaching excellence

Evening/weekend teaching

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Geography

Tools

Canvas

Blackboard

Job description

Northern Virginia Community College seeks an Adjunct Geography instructor to teach courses in physical geography and human geography, in formats ranging from face-to-face to remote and online.

Adjuncts teach up to 12 credit hours in fall and spring, or up to 8 in summer; you will develop syllabi, prepare instructional materials, record grades, and assess student progress. The position is part-time with no expectation of continuing employment.