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Adjunct Instructor of History

Job in Danville, Virginia, 24540, USA
Listing for: Virginia Community Colleges
Part Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Academic, College Lecturer, Adult & Continuing Education, Online Teaching
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Hiring Range $700-1,100 per credit hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

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 telework options?
-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

M-F, 8am-5pm, occasional evenings and weekends

This is a fully face-to-face position.
This position is anticipated to begin in January 2027.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Danville Community College developed from two institutions, Danville Technical Institute and the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute opened in 1936 as Danville Textile School, becoming Danville Technical Institute just after World War II. The Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute first began as an engineering division in 1946, and was later expanded to include the first two years of course work for all engineering, business administration, liberal arts, and science majors.

Beginning in the summer of 1966, all programs taught by Danville Technical Institute were brought under the Virginia Department of Community Colleges. Effective July 1, 1968, the Danville Division of Virginia Polytechnic Institute merged with the existing community college providing the comprehensive programs now offered. The Arts, Sciences and Business division seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach History. Adjunct Instructors are supported by faculty and staff in the development of courses and are involved in decisions about curricula.

Job Duties:
  • Teach various day, night and online courses, as needed.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance/participation and grades.
  • Complete Canvas training.
  • Recruit and advise students.
  • Assist students with job placement.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.
1. Teaching Responsibilities
  • Teach assigned in-person History courses in accordance with college policies.
  • Maintain current knowledge of the History field of study.
  • Incorporate developmentally appropriate practice and evidence-based instructional strategies.
  • Teach various day or evening courses, as needed.
  • Participate in professional development related to teaching and History.
2. Student Recruitment
  • Support student retention and program completion initiatives.
3. Faculty Collaboration and Support
  • Facilitate sharing of curriculum resources, instructional materials, and best practices.
  • Assist with onboarding of new adjunct faculty.
  • Participate program assessment and accreditation activities.
4. Program Data and Reporting
  • Assist with collection and analysis of program data.
  • Prepare documentation and reports required for institutional and accreditation review, such as program reviews and annual program assessment.
5. Professional Engagement
  • Stay current on the History field of study and teaching best practices.
6. Other duties as assigned.

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 in History or related field, or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in History.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to utilize campus resources including software and college learning management systems.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and use sound judgement in decision making.
  • Ability to adjust to change, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks as needed.
  • Ability to work independently and in…
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