Physics Adjunct (Summer 2026)

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Community Colleges seeks a qualified Physics instructor for summer and fall 2026 terms, offering dynamic teaching opportunities for students with varied academic backgrounds.

The position involves teaching up to 12 credit hours per semester, with responsibilities including course development, record maintenance, and effective instruction. Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Physics, have strong interpersonal skills, and utilize educational technology.

This role emphasizes innovation in teaching and a commitment to student success through effective instruction and assessment.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in Physics.
• Ability to effectively teach classrooms and online.
• Experience with online teaching and innovative instructional techniques.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to use instructional technology

Experience with artificial intelligence tools

Education

Master's Degree in Physics (18 graduate semester hours)

Job description

Germanna Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. As a comprehensive community college, Germanna provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Madison, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford.

The role is to effectively plan and teach courses in the field of Physics to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. The appointment is for a summer and fall 2026 term, with the potential to teach up to 12 credit hours per semester and up to 8 credit hours during the summer session. Teaching assignments are based on student enrollment and staff needs; no guarantee of continued employment after the term.

Location: This position is located in Virginia. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.

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

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

Essential Functions

As 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.

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 Physics.
• Ability to effectively teach classrooms and online.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use instructional technology.
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.

Additional Considerations

• Prior teaching experience.
• Work experience in the field.
• Experience with online teaching.
• Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution.

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System 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 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.