What are the responsibilities and job description for the Economics Instructor (9-Month Position) position at New River Community College?
Position Area:
Faculty
Qualifications Required:
Master's degree in economics or master's degree with a concentration in economics (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).
Commitment to the community college mission.
Ability to communicate effectively in teaching/learning situations both orally and in written form.
Commitment to and ability to implement teaching strategies that foster student retention and student success.
Commitment to innovative teaching approaches, including use of technology as a teaching and learning tool.
Willingness to develop and teach online, hybrid, traditional face-to-face, and hyflex courses.
Willingness to maintain relevance and currency of economics curriculum.
Fairness and flexibility in understanding and working with a wide variety of students.
Commitment to using course assessment and program effectiveness methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to promote and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with college faculty, administrators, and staff.
*Finalists will be asked to present a sample teaching lesson*
Additional Considerations:
Additional factors that may be considered in applicant review:
Previous record of teaching excellence to include effective communication in teaching/learning situations.
Previous teaching experience within post-secondary education.
Duties:
Teach a minimum of 15 semester hours of economics courses during both the fall and spring semesters.
Maintain at least 10 hours of student engagement availability (office hours).
Develop, write and revise course plans.
Assist in the selection and creation of instructional materials.
Recommend curriculum changes to upgrade and integrate students learning.
Develop and implement student retention and success initiatives.
Work with student services advisors to provide holistic support and advising.
Assist the Division of Arts and Sciences with administrative and/or committee work.
Participate in department, division and college discussions, meetings and initiatives
Support the college's mission to give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Salary:
Instructor salary range of $50,705 - $87,978 with the opportunity for additional pay for overload and summer courses if needed.
Start Date:
August 16, 2025
Application Deadline:
May 16, 2025
Application Details:
Apply online at: VCCS Jobs
Or
Forward a completed state application, resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources Office
New River Community College
5251 College Drive
Dublin, VA 24084
(540) 674-3635
(540) 674-3651 Fax
(540) 674-3619 TDD
(866) 462-6722 Toll-Free
e-mail: hrinformation@nr.edu
Salary : $50,705 - $87,978
