Music Adjunct (2027 Academic Year)

Virginia Community Colleges

Virginia (MN)

Hybrid

USD 1,152,000 - 2,393,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Germanna Community College invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty member in Music. Adjunct faculty plan and teach Music courses online and in a classroom, adapting to students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The successful candidate will have experience teaching in higher education and a commitment to inclusive excellence. Courses may be offered in person or online, with scheduling varying between standard hours and flexible times.

Qualifications

M.F.A. or M.A. in music from an accredited university or college and have at least graduate 18 credits in their teaching field
Understanding of general music theory and history
Ability to work with a diverse population
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to use instructional technology

Responsibilities

Plan and teach courses in Music.
Teach online and in a classroom environment.
Support students from diverse backgrounds and experiences

Skills

Music theory

Diversity awareness

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Instructional tech

Education

M.F.A./M.A. in music

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Posting Summary

Working Title

Music Adjunct (2027 Academic Year)

Role Title

Music Adjunct

Role Code

01013-SW

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Band

Position Number

297A0000

Agency

Germanna Community College

Division

Germanna Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

$836-$1,737/per credit hour

Emergency/Essential Personnel

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

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

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.

This posting is intended to establish a pool of qualified adjunct candidates for anticipated instructional needs for 2027. Actual hiring and course assignments are contingent upon enrollment, scheduling demands, program needs, and funding availability. As a result, there may or may not be positions filled from this posting.*This position is available in person or online.

Germanna Community College invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty member in Music.

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in Music. Instruction will occur online and in a classroom environment. 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

M.F.A. or M.A. in music from an accredited university or college and have at least graduate 18 credits in their teaching field
Understanding of general music theory and history
Ability to work with a diverse population
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to use instructional technology

Additional Considerations

Teaching online experience, Regular Substantive Interaction training, CANVAS lms skills
Prior experience teaching in higher education
Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment
Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency
Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools

Operation of a State Vehicle

Supervises Employees

Required Travel

You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Posting Number

ADJ_3593P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

09/14/2026

Job Close Date

08/31/2027

Agency Website

www.germanna.edu

Contact Name

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

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.

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.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*)

* I understand that this position is located in Virginia and I must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.
- Yes
- No
* Which semester(s) are you interested in teaching?
- Spring 2027 Semester
- Summer 2027 Semester
- Fall 2027 Semester
- All 2027 Semesters
* Are you requesting consideration through the Alternative Hiring Process and have you received an approved AHP Letter from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI)? Please attach your AHP Letter.
- Yes
- No