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Posted May 18, 2026

Student Development - Adjunct

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Title: Student Development - Adjunct Agency: Northern VA Community College Location: Alexandria - 510 FLSA: Exempt Hiring Range: Based on Credentials Full Time or Part Time: Part Time Additional Detail Job Description: Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session. Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment. 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 policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS. • Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization. Essential Functions: As a 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. Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area. Minimum Qualifications: KSA's: • Excellent writing and communication skills • Demonstrated ability to work with or adapt to teaching with technology • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in the field with related experience Additional Considerations: Additional Considerations: • Master's degree in the field or master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Counseling, Student Development, or related fields. • Teaching experience - college level teaching experience preferred. • Experience working with a learning management system (Canvas, Blackboard, etc.) • Experience teaching in-person and online/asynchronously, • Experience teaching remotely/synchronously. Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer Apply tot his job Apply To this Job