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Working Title English Adjunct Instructor Role Title Adjunct Faculty - Instructor Role Code 01013-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 294A0054 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range $793-$1058 Per Semester Credit Hour Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
Schedule may vary
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Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Community College invites applications for adjunct faculty positions. The College seeks faculty who will adapt to a variety of teaching situations, can use technology to teach effectively, and will work effectively with students, staff, and others in a climate that promotes cultural diversity and student success.
Other responsibilities include participation in the following: achievement of the College's mission and goals; upholding the College's values; and personal and program evaluation.
Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in a classroom environment to students with a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences.
Instructional faculty must reside in the state of Virginia or be available to teach in-person classes at one of the Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) locations (Main Campus, Lebanon, Bluefield, Southern Gap).
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Master's Degree with at least eighteen graduate semester hours in the specific discipline
Official transcripts will be required prior to final offer
Ability to demonstrate the use of relevant technology and learning management systems to effectively facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication
Commitment to student engagement in the online teaching environment including maintaining consistent communication and virtual support mechanisms to ensure student success
Technology capability (access to WIFI, computers) to teach remotely
All teaching positions of Southwest Virginia Community College requires the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually.
Demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.
The successful candidate must embrace a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion
Additional Considerations
Prior teaching experience
Work experience in the field
Experience with on-line teaching
Substantial, proven experience with innovative teaching and developing online courses in both the synchronous and asynchronous learning environments at a regionally accredited institution
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
No travel required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_2478P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 3 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 08/27/2025 Job Close Date 08/06/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.sw.edu Contact Name Human Resources Email hr@sw.edu Phone Number 276.964.7333 Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/85049
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