Adjunct Faculty - Music Recording Technology-Loudoun

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking adjunct faculty to teach courses in Music Recording Technology at the Loudoun campus. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling based on class needs and student enrollment.

About the Role

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for planning and teaching courses in Music Recording Technology to students from diverse academic backgrounds. Teaching formats may include face-to-face, remote, and online instruction. Adjuncts may teach up to 12 credit hours in fall/spring semesters or up to 8 credit hours during summer sessions, with teaching load determined by student enrollment and staffing needs. Contracts do not guarantee continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes in Music Recording Technology.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain accurate records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to NOVA and Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in the discipline and field of specialization.
• Meet assigned classes regularly and submit required reports.
• Teach prescribed courses of study using established texts.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including potential emergency response support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the teaching field or associate’s degree with demonstrated competencies, awarded by a regionally accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of related full-time (or equivalent) occupational experience. Part-time experience will be converted to full-time equivalency.
• Ability to develop and adapt teaching strategies for diverse community college students.
• Experience with formative and summative assessment measures to enhance student learning.
• Proficiency in proven teaching strategies that promote student success.
• Ability to incorporate emerging technologies and alternative delivery methods into instruction.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and oral/written communication skills.
• Availability to teach a combination of day, evening, weekend, and online classes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional experience in large console format recording studios.
• Fluency in industry-standard music software, including Pro Tools, Logic Audio, Ableton, and frequency analysis tools.
• Ability to teach both lower- and upper-level recording classes.

Pay

Adjunct faculty are paid per credit hour based on rank:

• Instructor: $935 per credit hour
• Assistant Professor: $1,047 per credit hour
• Associate Professor: $1,160 per credit hour
• Professor: $1,249 per credit hour

Benefits

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and dental insurance
• Generous paid leave
• Deferred compensation plans
• Paid parental leave
• State employee discounts
• Secure retirement program