Political Science Adjunct; Fall

Overview

Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay.

Full of history, the area offers a community rich with the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking and many other activities.

Working Title:

Political Science Adjunct (Fall 2026)

Role

Title:

Political Science Adjunct

Role Code: 01013-SW

FLSA:
Exempt

Pay Band: UG

Position Number: 297A0000

Division:
Germanna Community College (Div)

Work Location:

Spotsylvania - 177

Hiring Range:
Salary is commensurate with rank and credentials.

Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No

EEO Category: I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time:
Part Time

Telework Options:
Telework options are subject to change based on business needs

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Not specified

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. We are currently seeking adjunct faculty members for daytime, in-person teaching assignments, in the field of Political Science. 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.

• Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline
• Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer
• Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication
• Commitment to student engagement in the online teaching environment including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support mechanisms to ensure student success
• Technology capability (access to WIFI, computers) to teach remotely
• All teaching positions of Germanna Community College require the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually
• Demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education
• Complete Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2 prior to teaching

• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Experience with online teaching
• Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution
• Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools

Operation of a State Vehicle:
No

Supervises Employees:
No

Required Travel:
You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.

Posting Number:

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies: 1+

Job Open Date: 02/03/2026

Job Close Date: 07/01/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu

Contact:
Catra Godwin (cgodwin)

Phone:
Not provided

Adjunct postings are pool postings. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest ().

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination. The VCCS complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA/ADAAA) and uses E-Verify for employment eligibility.

Quicklink for Posting: /93168