Adjunct Faculty - Environmental Science in , us
Adjunct Faculty - Environmental Science
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 - Environmental Science
Agency - Northern VA Community College
Division - NV280-Provost Loudoun
Work Location - Multiple Locations
Hiring Range - Starting salary is commensurate as based on assigned instructor level, education, and experience.
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?
Work Schedule - Varies according to class schedules
Sensitive Position - No
Job 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 combination of all Ability to use instructional technology Required Qualifications: Master's degree, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Environmental Science or other allied Earth Sciences
Additional 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 backgrounds and varying levels of proficiency.
Operation of a State Vehicle - No
Supervises Employees - No
Required Travel - n/a
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number - ADJ_3013P
Recruitment Type - General Public - G
Number of Vacancies - varies depending on classes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date - 02/02/2026
Job Close Date - 05/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website - https://www.nvcc.edu/
Supplemental Questions
* Do you possess a Master's degree, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Environmental Science or other allied Earth Sciences?
Yes
No
* 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 Campus
Annandale Campus
Loudoun Campus
Manassas Campus
Medical Education Campus
Woodbridge Campus
* I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia. (DMV) area.
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
Other Document
Curriculum Vitae
Certificate
Unofficial Transcript 2
Unofficial Transcript 3