Laurel Ridge Community College

Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Location
Middletown, VA
Pay
$794 – $1,375 per credit
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 5, 2026

About this position

FLSA: Exempt Pay Band: UG Position Number: 298A0000 Agency: Laurel Ridge Community College Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)Work Location Frederick - 069Hiring Range: The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. 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- YesWork Schedule: This position is for daytime, in-person teaching in Middletown. Sensitive Position: No Job Description Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (daytime) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends. This position is for daytime, in-person teaching in Middletown. Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC. Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of on-line application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended). Compensation and Benefits: The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies. Click here to learn about Laurel Ridge Community College. Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information. Sponsorship of an employee's work authorization takes time and requires an ongoing financial investment. Therefore, Laurel Ridge Community College does not have funding to sponsor potential employees in the US on a work visa. We consistently follow this funding model to ensure our practices are not discriminatory. Exceptions would require approval from the college president. Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment. Know your rights! 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 Required Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications. The ability to use instructional technology is required. Additional Considerations Occupational experience in the field. Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools. College level teaching experience, online experience a plus. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written. The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students. Operation of a State Vehicle: No Supervises Employees: No Required Travel Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid or in-person.Posting Number: ADJ_3497P Recruitment Type: General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 20 Job Close Date: 02/04/2027 Contact Name: Kris Iden Email: kiden@laurelridge.edu Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates interested in being considered for a posted position are required to submit an application to the posted position via the VCCS Career Portal. Upload cover letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is optional for all positions except faculty, clinical instructors and tutors). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of 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

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How the pay compares

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This listing
$794 – $1,375 per credit
Communications & Media median
$3,363/ course, n=89
Virginia median
$5,358/ course, n=34

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