Communication Studies; Speech Adjunct; Summer and Fall

Overview

Communication Studies (Speech) Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026) – Part‑time instructor position.

Adjunct faculty members plan and teach undergraduate courses in speech and general communications to students with diverse academic backgrounds. Duties include development of syllabi, delivery of live and recorded lectures, grading, and providing academic guidance. Faculty may also assist the agency or state government during emergencies as required.

• Master’s Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline
• Official transcripts required prior to final offer
• Demonstrated use of learning management systems and instructional technology
• Commitment to student engagement, consistent communication, and virtual support mechanisms
• Technology capability to teach remotely (WIFI, computers)
• Experience using technology for teaching
• Ability to teach in multiple modalities, including virtual
• Competency in continuous professional development in virtual education
• Completion of Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2 before teaching

• Prior teaching experience
• Work experience in the field
• Experience with online teaching
• Proven experience developing synchronous and asynchronous courses at a regionally accredited institution
• Willingness to learn and use artificial intelligence tools

Selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background investigation, including fingerprint checks, employment and education verification, credit checks where relevant, and other VCCS requirements such as I‑9 and E‑Verify.

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, 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 Act, providing reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

VCCS uses E‑Verify to confirm employee eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates will need to complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity.