Workforce Development Marine Electrician Instructor

Virginia Community Colleges; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Peninsula Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach up to 1500 hours annually in the Workforce Development Department. The role involves delivering NCCER Core and Electrical Levels 1 and 2, guiding students through hands-on lab activities, and coordinating with industry partners to keep training aligned with real-world needs.

Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, maintaining inventories, and contributing to program quality while supporting a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience delivering or developing training is preferred.
• Ability to modify instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance and provide prompt feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction for day, evening, or weekend classes.
• Teach NCCER Core, Electrical Levels 1 and 2 courses in Workforce Development.
• Assess and grade student work; maintain accurate records and rosters.
• Maintain on-campus presence and timely communication with students and staff.
• Establish and maintain industry relationships to ensure relevant training and job pipelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Instruction planning

Student-centered teaching

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Role Title

Role Title Adjunct Instructor

Role Code

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band UG

Position Number

Position Number 293A0000

Agency

Division

Work Location

Work Location Hampton - 650

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $40- $50/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

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

Varies based upon schedule and contract, may be during the day, evening or weekend

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York. Virginia Peninsula seeks faculty to teach up to 1500 hours per year as an Adjunct Instructor in the Workforce Development Department. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. Instruction may be during the day, evening, or weekend. This position will teach NCCER Core, Electrical Levels 1 and 2 courses in Workforce Development. The Marine Electrician Instructor directly supports Workforce Development’s Residential Marine Electrician program. This position helps meet all training needs for the Workforce Development Marine Electrician department. This position will instruct students on how to use basic hand tools, ruler reading/basic measurement, cableway and cable installation. Knowledge of cable cut-in and hook-up practices ( USN style receptacles, lighting, power distribution boxes (single, 3 – phase and connection boxes). Possess a working understanding of Electrostatic Discharge ( ESD ) and Electrical Safety. Possess an understanding of the NNS process to perform an Absence of Voltage check. Basic knowledge of electrical theory. Other duties of this position include maintaining program inventories, ensuring there are sufficient consumables and supplies and equipment, ensuring all instructional materials are prepared and readily available, monitoring Marine Electrical lab and equipment needs for proper operations, securing instructional aids and materials as needed. This position will also establish and maintain a working relationship with the Marine Electrical industry to ensure training is relevant and to create a pipeline of jobs for graduating students. Other duties may be assigned by the Director.

Essential functions

• Design and delivery of instruction for day, and evening classes.
• Deliver courses that cover knowledge of residential electrical theory.
• Responsible for student assessment and grading.
• Maintains adequate on-campus presence.
• Provides timely communication with students, staff, and administrators of the College.

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

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Significant work experience within the Electrical field.
• Prior experience delivering or developing training.
• Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student-centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.
• Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non-traditional students f rom a variety of backgrounds and age groups.
• Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
• Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College’s mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
• Must be able to work at all campus locations.

Additional Considerations

• Community college teaching experience.
• Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face to face classroom modalities.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in using instructional technologies and learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) with ability to use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience.
• Demonstrated ability to measure, assess and align student outcomes within courses or programs

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

Minimal

Posting Number

ADJ_3209P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 03/31/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 12/31/2026

Agency Website

vpcc.edu

Contact Name

Human Resources

Email

[e-mail]

Phone Number

[phone]

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: 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

VCCSuses 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.

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