Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services

About the role

Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the School of Arts, Sciences, and Human Services, including but not limited to arts, sciences, education, and business.
• Deliver high-quality instruction, foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment, and contribute to the academic, professional, and community life of the college.
• Plan and deliver courses in a classroom or virtual environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
• Develop engaging, well-organized, and accessible course materials and activities.
• Design assessments that accurately measure student learning and provide constructive feedback.
• Operate a State Vehicle (if applicable).
• May assist the agency or state government in emergencies (if required).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the teaching field or Associate’s in the teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field.
• Minimum of two years of related occupational experience.
• Teaching experience in college-level and/or dual enrollment courses.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the specific discipline or subject area relevant to the teaching assignment.
• Familiarity with diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment techniques to support student learning.
• Understanding of higher education standards, accreditation requirements, and institutional policies.
• Awareness of diverse student backgrounds, learning styles, and barriers to learning with strategies to promote an inclusive classroom environment.
• Knowledge of college procedures, governance, and administrative requirements.
• Ability to clearly convey complex concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Skills in developing engaging, well-organized, and accessible course materials and activities.
• Proficiency in designing assessments that accurately measure student learning and providing constructive feedback.
• Competence with learning management systems (LMS), multimedia tools, and other educational technologies.
• Ability to motivate students, foster critical thinking, and create a positive learning environment.
• Flexibility to modify teaching approaches based on student needs, feedback, and evolving educational practices.
• Upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.

Skills

• Knowledge of the specific discipline or subject area relevant to the teaching assignment.
• Familiarity with diverse teaching strategies, instructional technologies, and assessment techniques to support student learning.
• Understanding of higher education standards, accreditation requirements, and institutional policies.
• Knowledge of college procedures, governance, and administrative requirements.
• Ability to clearly convey complex concepts both verbally and in writing.
• Skills in developing engaging, well-organized, and accessible course materials and activities.
• Proficiency in designing assessments that accurately measure student learning and providing constructive feedback.
• Competence with learning management systems (LMS), multimedia tools, and other educational technologies.
• Ability to motivate students, foster critical thinking, and create a positive learning environment.
• Flexibility to modify teaching approaches based on student needs, feedback, and evolving educational practices.
• Upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.

Benefits

Salary is based on the academic preparation and work experience of the applicant and is determined according to the VCCS Adjunct Pay Schedule and the VCCS-29 Faculty Ranking Profile.

Pay

Per credit hour rate is determined based on educational and work experience qualifications.

Schedule

Variably based on need.