Physics Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026)

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,323,873 - 2,751,067; Part time

Job summary

Virginia's Community College System is seeking a Physics Adjunct for Summer and Fall 2026 in Spotsylvania, VA. The position pays $961–$1,997 per credit hour and requires teaching physics both in-person and online.

You will develop syllabi, maintain records, assign grades, and ensure quality instruction while adhering to GCC and VCCS policies. Master’s degree in physics and strong communication skills are required; experience with online teaching and instructional technology is desired, along

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in physics.
• Ability to effectively teach in classroom and online.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use instructional technology.
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific physics 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 physics.

Skills

Teaching (classroom/online)

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Instructional technology

AI tools experience

Education

Master’s degree in Physics

Job description

Position Overview

Physics Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026). Location: Spotsylvania, Virginia. Salary: $961–$1,997 per credit hour. The role requires teaching physics courses both in‑person and online.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific physics 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 physics.

Essential Functions

Provide quality instruction, meet assigned classes regularly, submit required records and reports, teach prescribed courses of study with established texts, and adhere to professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in physics.
• Ability to effectively teach in classroom and online.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication 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 synchronous and asynchronous environments at a regionally accredited institution.

Travel Requirement

May be required to travel to all campus locations.

Background Check Statement

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.

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, interview, 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.