English Instructor

Working Title English Instructor

Role Title 9 month-Teaching Faculty

Role Code 

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band 00

Position Number 283F0085

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Agency/Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location Richmond (City) – 760

Hiring Range Salary range: $49,711 – $123,219. Salary commensurate with education and experience. The anticipated maximum hiring salary will not exceed $76,650 for a highly qualified candidate.

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 

Based upon the needs of the College, teaching assignments may include day and/or evening classes at multiple on-and-off campus locations, to include dual enrollment courses in high school settings.

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.

The primary responsibility is to teach courses in the areas of English Composition I & II. 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 AssignmentsMay 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 QualificationsMaster’s degree in English, or a Master’s degree in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in English.

Additional ConsiderationsThe equivalent of at least two years, full-time post-secondary teaching experience in teaching English with a strong preference for expertise in composition and rhetoric. Demonstrated community college teaching experience. Demonstrated ability to teach developmental or co-requisite English courses. 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 engaging students in various modes. 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.). Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion. Terminal degrees including PhDs welcomed.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees Yes

Required TravelThis position may conduct business on any of the college’s campuses.

Posting Number FAC_1110P

Recruitment Type General Public – G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary) 

Job Open Date 11/01/2023

Job Close Date 08/01/2024

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website www.reynolds.edu

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Special Instructions to Applicants 

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 an English Instructor position which will be assigned to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, this position will have a Spring 2024 semester start date. This position will primarily be located on the college’s Downtown Campus, 700 E. Jackson Street, Richmond VA 23285.

Full-time nine-month teaching faculty-ranked appointment.

Additional InformationApplications will be accepted until the position is filled. This recruitment may be closed at any time after an initial 5-day period.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

Background Check Statement DisclaimerThe 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 StatementThe Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA StatementThe VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify StatementVCCS 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 Postinghttps://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/67139

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