Job Description
Posting Summary
Working Title
Geography Adjunct (Summer and Fall 2026)
Role Title
Geography Adjunct
Role Code
01013-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
297A0000
Agency
Germanna Community College
Division
Germanna Community College (Div)
Work Location
Spotsylvania - 177
Hiring Range
Salary is commensurate with rank and credentials.
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-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Hours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needs
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.
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. We are currently seeking adjunct faculty members for daytime, in-person teaching assignments at our Culpeper location in the field of Geography.
This position will work with the Future Educators Academy ( FEA) a Virginia Collegiate Partnership Lab School. FEA must meet VDOE requirements for Virginia Teacher Licensure. Ideal candidates would hold a K12 Virginia Teaching License. If applicants do not hold an active k12 Virginia Teaching License, Germanna Community College may provide the opportunity for the additional VDOE requirements.
This position is located in Virginia. Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.
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 GCC and the VCCS
- Maintain current competence in the particular discipline or field of specialization.
Essential Functions:
As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with College policies, procedures, and regulations
To apply for this position please submit online your complete application, resume/CV, cover letter and transcripts. Applications will be reviewed upon request.
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 Germanna Community College require the ability to teach in a variety of modalities including virtually.
- Demonstrate competency and commitment to continuous professional development in virtual education.
- Complete Growing with Canvas and TOPS 2.2 prior to teaching
- Experience with or willingness to learn artificial intelligence tools
Additional Considerations
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FEA Requirements: Valid Virginia K12 Teaching License (preferred) or willingness to seek licensure
- Prior teaching experience
- Work experience in the field
- Experience with on-line teaching.
- Planning and teaching courses in the classroom
- Creating curriculum that meets the needs of the students and learning outcomes
- Support student success
- Communicate effectively with students and colleagues
- Assess student learning and meet the requirements of the program
- Perform other duties as assigned
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
You may be expected to travel to all campus locations.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3071P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1+
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
02/03/2026
Job Close Date
11/30/2026
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
www.germanna.edu
Contact Name
Catra Godwin
Email
cgodwin@germanna.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
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.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. 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/93169
