Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Loudoun

Adjunct Faculty
- Political Science-Loudoun Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment

Posting Summary Working Title

Working Title Adjunct Faculty
- Political Science-Loudoun

Role Title Role Code FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 00

Position Number

Position Number 280A2020

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-Provost Loudoun

Work Location Hiring Range

Hiring Range Adjunct faculty teaching are paid per credit hour based on rank:
Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249).

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

EEO Category I-Faculty

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Does this position have telework options?

-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options?

-Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

Varies according to class schedules

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

Job Description:Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty are employed to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during summer session.

Teaching load is based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantees of continued employment.

• Teach specific classes in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS .
• Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.

Essential Functions:As a 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.

Must reside in the (DC, VA, MD) DMV area.

Special Assignments

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.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSA’s

• Ability to work with a diverse student population
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exellent analytical skills
• Ability to teach day, evening or combination of both and weekends
• Ability to use instructional technology

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Political Science or a Master’s with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Political Science

Additional Considerations

• Prior experience teaching in higher education
• Experience teaching in classroom, hybrid, and online formats.
• 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.

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

No

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date

07/31/2026

Job Close Date

09/30/2026

Agency Website

https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee…