Job Description
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student. General Information: Adjunct faculty teaching is limited to a maximum of 8 credit hours in the summer semester, 12 credit hours in the fall semester, and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. These limits are for total number of credit hours taught in the Virginia’s Community Colleges ( VCCS ). Additional restrictions may apply depending upon other positions occupied within VCCS . Brightpoint Community College is seeking qualified adjunct instructors for its course offerings at the Federal Correctional Complex ( FCC ) in Petersburg, VA. All classes are held in person during the day at FCC Petersburg. Candidates should possess the requisite education and experience to teach one or more of the following subjects at the college level: Biology, Communication, English, History, Human Services, Mental Health, Math, Philosophy, Psychology, or Sociology. We may also have a need to teach Safety and Welding courses. Qualified candidates must: Be available to attend a mandatory four-hour in-person training session at FCC Petersburg. This training will prepare faculty for teaching in a prison environment and will also permit year-long approval to enter each facility for the express purpose of teaching incarcerated students. This training and approval will need to be renewed annually. Be willing to follow all prison policies, restrictions and safety protocols. Be available to teach weekdays between the hours of 7:30 am and 3:30 pm. Have their own transportation and be available to travel to Petersburg, VA. Have the ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Please note there may not be immediate needs for disciplines addressed in this posting; however, candidates should apply to ensure sufficient time for interviews, training, and both college and Federal background checks. The appropriate Program Head and/or Prison Education Coordinator will contact candidates as need arises. Adjunct faculty teaching is limited to a maximum of 8 credit hours in the summer semester, 12 credit hours in the fall semester, and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. These limits are for total number of credit hours taught within Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) colleges. Additional restrictions may apply depending upon other positions held within the VCCS .
Work Schedule
Varies.
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student. General Information: Adjunct faculty teaching is limited to a maximum of 8 credit hours in the summer semester, 12 credit hours in the fall semester, and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. These limits are for total number of credit hours taught in the Virginia’s Community Colleges ( VCCS ). Additional restrictions may apply depending upon other positions occupied within VCCS . Brightpoint Community College is seeking qualified adjunct instructors for its course offerings at the Federal Correctional Complex ( FCC ) in Petersburg, VA. All classes are held in person during the day at FCC Petersburg. Candidates should possess the requisite education and experience to teach one or more of the following subjects at the college level: Biology, Communication, English, History, Human Services, Mental Health, Math, Philosophy, Psychology, or Sociology. We may also have a need to teach Safety and Welding courses. Qualified candidates must: Be available to attend a mandatory four-hour in-person training session at FCC Petersburg. This training will prepare faculty for teaching in a prison environment and will also permit year-long approval to enter each facility for the express purpose of teaching incarcerated students. This training and approval will need to be renewed annually. Be willing to follow all prison policies, restrictions and safety protocols. Be available to teach weekdays between the hours of 7:30 am and 3:30 pm. Have their own transportation and be available to travel to Petersburg, VA. Have the ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Please note there may not be immediate needs for disciplines addressed in this posting; however, candidates should apply to ensure sufficient time for interviews, training, and both college and Federal background checks. The appropriate Program Head and/or Prison Education Coordinator will contact candidates as need arises. Adjunct faculty teaching is limited to a maximum of 8 credit hours in the summer semester, 12 credit hours in the fall semester, and 12 credit hours in the spring semester. These limits are for total number of credit hours taught within Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) colleges. Additional restrictions may apply depending upon other positions held within the VCCS .
Work Schedule
Varies.