English Adjunct (2027 Academic Year)

About the role

Germanna Community College is a two‑year public institution in the Virginia Community College System, serving Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. Adjunct faculty members are responsible for planning and teaching English courses both in‑person and online. Adjuncts may teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semesters and up to 8 credit hours during summer, based on enrollment and staffing needs. This posting establishes a pool of qualified candidates for anticipated instructional needs for the 2027 academic year; actual hiring and course assignments depend on enrollment, scheduling demands, program needs, and funding availability.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific English classes in the designated discipline.
• Develop course syllabi and instructional materials.
• Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress.
• Adhere to Germanna Community College and VCCS policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintain current competence in the English discipline or field of specialization.

Essential Functions

• Provide quality instruction by meeting assigned class schedules regularly.
• Submit required records and reports routinely.
• Teach prescribed courses of study using established texts.
• Uphold the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in English.
• Ability to effectively teach both classroom and online environments.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology; willingness to learn artificial‑intelligence tools.

Additional Considerations

• Prior teaching experience.
• Work experience in the field of English.
• Experience with online teaching.
• Substantial, proven experience developing innovative online courses (synchronous and asynchronous) at a regionally accredited institution.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned, including assisting the agency or state government in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Pay

Hiring range: $836 – $1,737 per credit hour (final salary determined by academic credentials and occupational experience via the VCCS‑10 process).

Schedule

Work hours vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs. Position is part‑time; telework options are subject to change based on business needs.