Virginia's Community College System
Mechanical Engineering Technology Adjunct
Virginia's Community College System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
Working Title:
Mechanical Engineering Technology Adjunct Role Code:
295A0135 FLSA:
Exempt Pay Band:
UG Location:
Virginia Beach - 810 Hiring Range:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No EEO Category:
I-Faculty Status:
Part Time Telework:
No (telework options are subject to change based on business needs) Bilingual/Multilingual Preference:
No Posting Number:
ADJ_2765P Recruitment Type:
General Public - G Number of Vacancies:
1 Job Open Date:
10/09/2025 Job Close Date:
12/09/2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Agency Website:
tcc.edu Contact:
Kathleen (Kat) Geurts, kgeurts@tcc.edu Quicklink for Posting:
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89658
Job Description Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as part of the Virginia Community College System, TCC serves South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses, 7 regional centers, and 2 cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education, 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching courses to which they have specific training or competence. They plan, organize, teach, and provide feedback to students to promote and direct learning in a classroom, remote via Zoom, or online environment to students with diverse backgrounds. They engage students outside of class via office hours and provide thorough, timely, and effective feedback regarding mastery of course and program learning outcomes.
Responsibilities
Responsible for creating a learning environment that facilitates students’ acquisition of knowledge and skills in a discipline and/or program.
Aligns course activities with student learning outcomes for the course; employs a variety of active learning strategies to foster student engagement; uses appropriate technology and supporting materials that support course and/or program learning outcomes; and provides students with prompt and meaningful feedback on course activities and assignments, communicating in a timely and respectful manner.
Deliver instruction in support of stated learning outcomes; adheres to college policies and procedures for participation in student surveys of instruction; conducts meaningful and timely assessments of student learning, including at least one assessment within the first 15% of class; analyzes the previous semester’s evaluation of instruction and develops and implements appropriate action plans as necessary.
Responsibilities may include work during the day, evening and/or weekend as determined by the course(s) assigned.
Hold at least 1 office hour per week for each course assigned.
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
Bachelor’s degree in teaching field or Associate’s in teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field
Two years of related occupational experience
Ability to communicate effectively in an electronic format
Additional Considerations
Occupational and teaching experience in construction estimating
Teaching experience at the college level
Knowledge of CANVAS or other learning management systems
Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success
Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources
Other
Operation of a State Vehicle: No
Supervises Employees: No
Required Travel: No
Legal and Application Information Background Check: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, and verification of education; credit checks may be required for relevant positions. Selected candidates may be asked to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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: 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: VCCS uses E-Verify to check eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of identity.
Posting URL: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89658
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Working Title:
Mechanical Engineering Technology Adjunct Role Code:
295A0135 FLSA:
Exempt Pay Band:
UG Location:
Virginia Beach - 810 Hiring Range:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience Emergency/Essential Personnel:
No EEO Category:
I-Faculty Status:
Part Time Telework:
No (telework options are subject to change based on business needs) Bilingual/Multilingual Preference:
No Posting Number:
ADJ_2765P Recruitment Type:
General Public - G Number of Vacancies:
1 Job Open Date:
10/09/2025 Job Close Date:
12/09/2025 Open Until Filled:
Yes Agency Website:
tcc.edu Contact:
Kathleen (Kat) Geurts, kgeurts@tcc.edu Quicklink for Posting:
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89658
Job Description Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as part of the Virginia Community College System, TCC serves South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses, 7 regional centers, and 2 cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education, 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching courses to which they have specific training or competence. They plan, organize, teach, and provide feedback to students to promote and direct learning in a classroom, remote via Zoom, or online environment to students with diverse backgrounds. They engage students outside of class via office hours and provide thorough, timely, and effective feedback regarding mastery of course and program learning outcomes.
Responsibilities
Responsible for creating a learning environment that facilitates students’ acquisition of knowledge and skills in a discipline and/or program.
Aligns course activities with student learning outcomes for the course; employs a variety of active learning strategies to foster student engagement; uses appropriate technology and supporting materials that support course and/or program learning outcomes; and provides students with prompt and meaningful feedback on course activities and assignments, communicating in a timely and respectful manner.
Deliver instruction in support of stated learning outcomes; adheres to college policies and procedures for participation in student surveys of instruction; conducts meaningful and timely assessments of student learning, including at least one assessment within the first 15% of class; analyzes the previous semester’s evaluation of instruction and develops and implements appropriate action plans as necessary.
Responsibilities may include work during the day, evening and/or weekend as determined by the course(s) assigned.
Hold at least 1 office hour per week for each course assigned.
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
Bachelor’s degree in teaching field or Associate’s in teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field
Two years of related occupational experience
Ability to communicate effectively in an electronic format
Additional Considerations
Occupational and teaching experience in construction estimating
Teaching experience at the college level
Knowledge of CANVAS or other learning management systems
Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success
Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources
Other
Operation of a State Vehicle: No
Supervises Employees: No
Required Travel: No
Legal and Application Information Background Check: The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, and verification of education; credit checks may be required for relevant positions. Selected candidates may be asked to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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: 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: VCCS uses E-Verify to check eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of identity.
Posting URL: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89658
#J-18808-Ljbffr