Workforce Adjunct – Plumbing Instructor

General Description

NOVA Workforce seeks adjunct plumbing instructors to plan and teach courses in plumbing and maintenance skills. Instruction may be face‑to‑face, remote or online. Teaching load is based on enrollment and staffing needs, and there is no guarantee of continued employment. Adjunct postings are pooled; when a need arises the division selects from the applicant pool.

• Provide hands‑on, guided, differentiated instruction to students enrolled in the courses, as specified in the schedule and contract.
• Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
• Conduct efficient and effective classroom management.
• Provide students with an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, assignments and deliverables, timelines, and evaluation criteria.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments, and other materials and to communicate with students, in a timely manner.
• Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles and provide interesting and engaging assignments that demonstrate the real‑world applications of concepts covered.
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, and submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the department.
• Maintain a hazard‑free environment and practice safety in lab(s) or classroom.
• Adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• As part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the college expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Plumbing Theory and Principles – comprehensive understanding of water distribution, drainage, venting, and waste systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings; knowledge of local, state, and national plumbing codes (e.g., Uniform Plumbing Code, International Plumbing Code, Virginia Plumbing Code).
• Safety Regulations – knowledge of OSHA 10/30, lockout/tagout procedures, confined space safety, and PPE requirements for plumbing environments.
• Hands‑On Demonstration – ability to demonstrate plumbing installations, soldering, and mechanical joining techniques in a classroom or lab environment.
• Instructional Delivery – ability to teach hands‑on technical content clearly and effectively to diverse learners.
• Fixture Installation – understanding of the proper installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, showers, and water heaters.
• Curriculum Integration – skill in aligning instructional content with industry standards and certification requirements.
• Pipe fitting and Installation – skilled in cutting, threading, bending, and joining pipe materials safely and accurately.
• Professional Representation – ability to uphold institutional standards and positively represent NOVA Workforce in all instructional and industry settings.
• Prior teaching or training experience in the subject field/industry or evidence of teaching potential.
• Practical experience working in the subject field/industry and related industries.
• Combination of education and industry credentials to demonstrate content expertise applicable to the course being taught.
• Familiarity with subject‑area certification processes, guidelines, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of computer applications and ability to use computers for providing class presentation.

• Practical working experience in the subject field/industry and related fields.
• Experience teaching boot camp style training courses.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working and learning environment.
• Experience teaching students from diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
• Experience working with adult learners.
• Candidate must reside in…