What are the responsibilities and job description for the Philosophy Instructor position at Virginia's Community College System?
Working Title Philosophy Instructor Role Title 9 month-Instructor Role Code 01013-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 283F0075 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Agency/Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Richmond (City) - 760 Hiring Range Salary commensurate with experience; $62,500 - $71,500 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Full 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
As assigned.
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.
At Reynolds Community College, we value the transformative power of an education and are committed to Student Success! We believe every student can achieve their dream in the proper learning environment, and it is our mission to create and sustain such conditions. We are mindful that equitable outcomes require intentional action to eliminate barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for Reynolds positions, regardless of job duties, embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Reynolds is currently seeking applicants for a Philosophy Instructor position which will be assigned to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. This position has a Fall 2025 semester start date, beginning August 16, 2025.
The primary responsibility is to teach courses in two or more areas of philosophy. Faculty loads require a minimum of fifteen (15) credit hours per semester. Office hours, advising, and other institutional commitments on campus are required. Teaching assignments may include a variety of modes, including on-campus, Zoom, Hyflex, and asynchronous. Based upon the needs of the College, teaching assignments may also include day and/or evening classes at multiple on-and-off campus locations to include dual enrollment courses in high school settings. Opportunities for summer teaching will be based on student demand.
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
Master’s degree in philosophy, or a master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in philosophy.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Travel between campuses at needed.
Posting Number FAC_1587P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 03/19/2025 Job Close Date 08/15/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Reynolds HR Email HR@reynolds.edu Phone Number (804) 523-5249 Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is open until filled. Application review will begin on April 7, 2025.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: 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/83524
As assigned.
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.
At Reynolds Community College, we value the transformative power of an education and are committed to Student Success! We believe every student can achieve their dream in the proper learning environment, and it is our mission to create and sustain such conditions. We are mindful that equitable outcomes require intentional action to eliminate barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for Reynolds positions, regardless of job duties, embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Reynolds is currently seeking applicants for a Philosophy Instructor position which will be assigned to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. This position has a Fall 2025 semester start date, beginning August 16, 2025.
The primary responsibility is to teach courses in two or more areas of philosophy. Faculty loads require a minimum of fifteen (15) credit hours per semester. Office hours, advising, and other institutional commitments on campus are required. Teaching assignments may include a variety of modes, including on-campus, Zoom, Hyflex, and asynchronous. Based upon the needs of the College, teaching assignments may also include day and/or evening classes at multiple on-and-off campus locations to include dual enrollment courses in high school settings. Opportunities for summer teaching will be based on student demand.
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
- The equivalent of at least two years, full-time post-secondary teaching experience in teaching Philosophy with a strong preference for expertise in the discipline.
- Demonstrated community college teaching experience.
- Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities, including use of the Canvas (LMS) Learning Management System for online learning development/teaching.
- Documented training in and experience teaching various modes, including via Zoom. Substantial evidence of involvement in college-related activities beyond the classroom, including holding office hours, advising, and institutional commitment (e.g., service on committee, leading specific initiatives, etc.).
- Experience with student learning outcome assessment and program assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion.
- Experience deploying student engagement and retention strategies.
Master’s degree in philosophy, or a master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in philosophy.
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
Travel between campuses at needed.
Posting Number FAC_1587P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 03/19/2025 Job Close Date 08/15/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Reynolds HR Email HR@reynolds.edu Phone Number (804) 523-5249 Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is open until filled. Application review will begin on April 7, 2025.
Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: 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/83524
Salary : $62,500 - $71,500
