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Student Development (SDV) Instructor

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Richmond, VA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Student Development (SDV) Instructor
Role Title
Adjunct
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
00
Position Number
283A0000
Agency
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location
Henrico - 087
Hiring Range
Salary commensurate with the education and experience of the applicant.
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
Teaching responsibilities may occur in a variety of settings, at various campuses, and on various days/times, as needed to support student success.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
In addition to teaching responsibilities which may occur in a variety of settings, at various campuses, and on various days/times, as needed to support student success, the Reynolds SDV instructor serves as SDV program head and assists the school dean with college-wide management duties and responsibilities for the academic program(s) and/or discipline(s) to which they are assigned, including (but not limited to): Program Health, Curriculum, Faculty Development and Evaluation, Program Compliance, and Scheduling and Staffing.
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 in the teaching field or Associate's in the teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Additional Considerations
  • Community college or high school teaching experience
  • Demonstrated ability to place a strong emphasis on student-centered learning and provide an innovative learning experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Travel between campuses as needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_3331P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
05/26/2026
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
www.reynolds.edu
Contact Name
Email
talent@reynolds.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is being extended with a revised closing date of December 31, 2026. Previous applicants remain under consideration and are not required to reapply.
At J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Additional Information
Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested.
For full consideration, the cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts must be received with the online application. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
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/96453

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