Adjunct Instructor Pool - Customized Business & Leadership Training

Job Description

Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa and Nelson. Our scenic campus is located in Albemarle County, Virginia. We are one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System (VCCS). PVCC is nationally recognized for its outstanding transfer curriculum; its relationship with its neighbor, the University of Virginia; and its Workforce Development Programs serving local employers. The Workforce Services division at Piedmont Virginia Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to support a variety of customized training, consulting and coaching programs for businesses and organizations across the region. Position is responsible for providing effective didactic and skills instruction to engage an adult learner audience; maintaining a positive and safe learning environment; ensuring adherence to policies and procedures; and serving as a role model and advocate for student success. Other responsibilities include maintaining participation and performance records; collaborating with faculty and staff on curriculum development, instructional design, and assessment; providing timely and appropriate response to student, staff and partner inquiries; reporting incidents; participating in professional development and partner onboarding requirements; maintaining professional competence, certifications/licensure; and providing analysis and reports. Courses may be offered day, evening, weekend and at various locations. This is an on-campus position (not remote). Customized training, consulting and coaching projects frequently focus on change management, conflict resolution, customer service, diversity and equity, leadership development, organizational culture, process improvement, and supervisory skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Combination of education, industry credentials and occupational experience to demonstrate content expertise
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience teaching adult learners and/or in a community college
• Commitment to community college philosophy and student success

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, education, human resources or related field