Political Science Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026)

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Community Colleges is seeking an adjunct faculty member for a Political Science course scheduled for Summer and Fall 2026. Responsibilities include teaching in both in-person and online formats, ensuring students receive the support needed for success.

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree with substantial graduate coursework in the field. The position also requires a commitment to facilitating technology-based learning and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required with relevant graduate coursework.
• Ability to teach online and in a classroom environment.
• Experience with relevant technology for online education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom instruction effectively.
• Engage students in the learning process.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff as necessary.

Skills

Teaching in diverse environments

Use of learning management systems

Engagement in online learning

Continuous professional development

Education

Master’s Degree with eighteen graduate hours in Political Science

Job description

Political Science Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026)

Germanna Community College is a public, open‑access institution in the Virginia Community College System located in Fredericksburg, VA. The College serves as a regional leader in education and offers a dynamic learning environment for students.

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with diverse academic backgrounds and experiences.

We are currently seeking adjunct faculty members for daytime, in‑person teaching assignments in the field of Political Science.

Responsibilities

• Effectively plan and deliver classroom instruction, including assessments and student feedback.

• Engage students in the learning process and support their academic success.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline.
• Official transcripts required prior to final offer.
• Demonstrated ability to use relevant technology and learning management systems to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
• Commitment to student engagement in online environments, including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support.
• Technology capability (access to Wi‑Fi, computers) to teach remotely.
• Ability to teach in a variety of modalities, including virtual formats.
• Demonstrated competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.
• Completion of Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2 prior to teaching.

Additional Considerations

• Prior teaching experience.
• Work experience in the field.
• Experience with online instruction.
• Proven experience developing online courses in synchronous and asynchronous settings at a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools.

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), providing 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. Applicants must complete an I‑9 form and provide necessary documentation of identity for employment purposes.