Adjunct Faculty - Professional Programs

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Adjunct Faculty – Professional Programs

Laurel Ridge Community College seeks part‑time adjunct faculty who can teach on campus, online, or hybrid for day, evening, and weekend classes across a broad range of Professional Programs. Positions are appointed on a course‑by‑course, semester basis with teaching loads of up to 12 credit hours in Fall and Spring and up to 8 credit hours in Summer.

• Teach undergraduate level college courses in the designated professional program area.
• Deliver instruction through a combination of on‑campus, online, or hybrid formats.
• Prepare and maintain course materials, assignments, and grades in accordance with institutional standards.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development activities, and program reviews as required.

• Master’s degree (or higher) in the discipline or related field; a Bachelor’s degree combined with a relevant certification, work experience, and/or 18 graduate semester hours may be considered for certain courses.
• Demonstrated history of effective teaching or related educational experience.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work at any of the college’s sites, centers, or campuses and handle day, evening, and weekend schedules.
• Successful completion of the college’s pre‑employment security screening.

Adjudicated per credit hour; rate commensurate with education and teaching experience. As a part‑time position, no health or leave benefits are available, though educational benefits may be provided through the college’s professional development and educational assistance policies.

Applicants must submit an online application that includes a resume and unofficial transcripts of all college work completed. A cover letter is optional but recommended. The resume should provide the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references, education, skills, and professional experiences relevant to the position. Applications are reviewed continuously until all positions are filled. The job is open until August 1 2026.

The Virginia Community College System and Laurel Ridge Community College are committed to equal employment opportunity for all candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non‑merit factors. The college complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and may provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Melissa Shaffer‑Reyes – email mshaffer-reyes. For additional information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..