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Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy-Loudoun

Virginia's Community College System · Richmond, VA · 2 mo ago
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Adjunct faculty members 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.

About the Role

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in Philosophy to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face-to-face, remote, and online.

Responsibilities

  • Teach specific classes in Philosophy.
  • Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
  • Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
  • Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) and the Virginia Community College System (VCCS).
  • Maintain current competence in the discipline or field of specialization.
  • Meet assigned classes regularly and submit required records and reports routinely.
  • Teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts.
  • Adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • May be required to perform other duties as assigned, including assisting in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Philosophy or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in Philosophy.
  • Ability to work with a diverse student population.
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and oral/written communication skills.
  • Ability to teach during the day, evening, weekend, or a combination of all.
  • Ability to use instructional technology.
  • Must reside in the DC, VA, or MD (DMV) area.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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.

Pay

Adjunct faculty teaching 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

NOVA offers eligible employees:

  • A comprehensive health and dental insurance program.
  • Generous paid leave.
  • Deferred compensation plans.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • State employee discounts.
  • A solid and secure retirement program.

Schedule

Varies according to class schedules. Teaching may occur during the day, evening, weekend, or a combination of all.

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