Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy

Adjunct Faculty - Philosophy Adjunct postings are pool postings, meaning that when there is a need, the divisions pull from the applicants that have applied to this position. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment.Posting Details Working Title - Adjunct Faculty - PhilosophyAgency - Northern VA Community CollegeDivision - NV280-Provost AlexandriaWork Location - Multiple LocationsHiring Range - Starting salary is commensurate as based on assigned instructor level, education, and experience.Full Time or Part Time - Part TimeDoes this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- - NoJob Description: Adjunct faculty members are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct faculty 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.Duties and Tasks: Teach specific classes in the designated discipline. Develop course syllabi and instructional materials. Maintain records, assign grades, and assess student progress. Adhere to policies, procedures, and regulations of NOVA and the VCCS. Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.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 - KSA's Ability to work with a diverse student population Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent analytical skills Excellent oral/written communication skills Ability to teach during the day, evening or weekend or a combination of all Ability to use instructional technology Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Philosophy or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in PhilosophyAdditional Considerations - Additional Considerations: 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.Posting Number - ADJ_2999PRecruitment Type - General Public - GNumber of Vacancies - varies depending on classesJob Open Date - 02/02/2026Job Close Date - 06/30/2026Open Until FilledAgency Website -Supplemental Questions * Do you possess a Master's degree in Philosophy or a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in Philosophy? YesNo* From the following, please specify when you are available to teach: days and daytime hours, days and evening hours, Saturdays. (Open Ended Question)* If given the opportunity, from which campus would you prefer to teach? You may select all that apply. Alexandria CampusAnnandale CampusLoudoun CampusManassas CampusMedical Education CampusWoodbridge Campus* I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person. YesNo* I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area. YesNoApplicant Documents Required DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationUnofficial TranscriptsOptional DocumentsOther DocumentCurriculum VitaeCertificateUnofficial Transcript 2Unofficial Transcript 3

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