Adjunct - Graphic Design- Loudoun

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 - Graphic Design
- Loudoun

Role Title

Role Code

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band

Pay Band UG

Position Number

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-Provost Loudoun

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range Adjunct faculty teaching PSY 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

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 a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Varies based on class schedules.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

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 guarantee 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.

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.

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.

• Adept knowledge of instructional technologies
• Excellent interpersonal and native or near-native oral and written English skills
• Ability to work with a diverse student population
• Successful passing of a criminal background check
• Adjunct faculty are required to meet assigned classes on meeting dates, submit required grade records and reports, student learning outcomes.
• Classes maybe held during the day, evening or combination of both.
• Excellent interpersonal and native or near-native oral and written Spanish skills

• Applicants must have an earned Master’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Applicants must have proven design experience outside of academia and with a diverse set of graphic design skills.
• Advanced skills and understanding of the current version of the Adobe Creative Cloud software is needed.

• Desired qualifications include having college-level teaching experience and/or relevant work experience as well as having the ability to use instructional technologies;
• Daytime, evening, and/or weekend availability.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

No required travel

Posting Number

Posting Number

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies varies based on classes

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 05/07/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 08/31/2026

Agency Website

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

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this…