Economics Adjunct (Fall 2025)
- Spotsylvania, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Role Title Economics 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 in commensurate with experience 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 ScheduleHours will vary between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm depending on availability and scheduling needsSensitive Position No
Job DescriptionGermanna Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. As a comprehensive community college, Germanna provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Madison, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford.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. We are seeking someone who is able to teach Economics in-person. 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.This position is located in Virginia and is an in-person position. 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.
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 regulationsTo apply for this position please submit online your complete application, resume/CV, cover letter and transcripts. Applications will be reviewed upon request.
Special AssignmentsMay 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 economics or related 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
- 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
- Prior teaching experience, work experience in the field, and 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
Supervises Employees No
Required TravelMay be required to travel to all campus locations.Posting Detail InformationPosting Number ADJ_2379P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1+
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 09/03/2025
Job Close Date 12/01/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website www.germanna.edu
Contact Name Karen Foster
Email KFoster@germanna.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional InformationAdjunct 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 DisclaimerThe 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:
EEO StatementThe 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 StatementThe 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 StatementVCCS 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 PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * I understand that this position is located in Virginia and I must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.
- Yes
- No
- * I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to work in person.
- Yes
- No
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Other Document
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Unofficial Transcript 3