Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services

Mountain Empire Community College (MECC) is a comprehensive two‑year college serving the residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, as well as the City of Norton.

Adjunct instructors are invited to teach in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services. Positions may be on‑campus, online, or nursing clinical instruction scheduled for daytime, evenings and weekends. Compensation follows the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule and the VCCS‑29 Faculty Ranking Profile.

For further information, please contact the Dean or the Administrative Assistant of the School of Health and Safety at 276‑523‑2400 or email jmullins and aboring. General inquiries may reach Jane Jones at jjones (276‑523‑7460).

• Effectively plan and teach courses in a classroom or virtual environment, adapting instruction to diverse student backgrounds.
• Deliver high‑quality instruction, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to the academic, professional, and community life of the college.
• Implement innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and assessment to meet institutional standards.
• Maintain professional growth aligned with the college’s mission and goals.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Assist state or agency functions in emergency situations declared by the Governor.

• In‑depth knowledge of the specific discipline relevant to the teaching assignment.
• Familiarity with diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment techniques.
• Understanding of higher education standards, accreditation requirements, and institutional policies.
• Awareness of diverse student backgrounds, learning styles, and barriers to learning, ensuring an inclusive classroom environment.
• Knowledge of college procedures, governance, and administrative requirements.
• Ability to clearly convey complex concepts verbally and in writing.
• Skills in developing engaging, well‑organized, and accessible course materials and activities.
• Proficiency in designing assessments that accurately measure student learning and providing constructive feedback.
• Competence with learning management systems (LMS), multimedia tools, and other educational technologies.
• Ability to motivate students, foster critical thinking, and create a positive learning environment.
• Flexibility to adjust teaching approaches based on student needs, feedback, and evolving educational practices.
• Upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.

• Bachelor’s degree in the teaching field or Associate’s degree with demonstrated teaching competence.
• Minimum of two years of related occupational experience.
• Preferred experience teaching college‑level and/or dual‑enrollment courses.

• Operation of a state vehicle.
• No supervision responsibilities.
• Limited travel required.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, education verification, and credit checks as relevant to employment. Candidates may also be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest, per state regulations.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates will be required to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity and eligibility for employment.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non‑merit factors.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), providing reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.