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F-1 OPT education jobs in Virginia are concentrated around Northern Virginia's dense network of universities, ed-tech firms, and government-adjacent research institutions, plus Richmond and Charlottesville. Employers like George Mason University, Northern Virginia Community College, and Stride K12 have hired F-1 OPT workers in education roles ranging from instructional design to curriculum development and student services.
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Working Title Adjunct Foundations of Drawing Faculty (Part-Time)
Role Title Drawing Adjunct Faculty
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 276A0TBD
Agency Southside Va Community College
Division Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location Brunswick - 025
Hiring Range Per credit hour rate is determined based on experience and education
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
Work Schedule
Fall 2026 Semester (August 17 - December 15, 2026; Hybrid (A combination of in-person instruction on campus and online components).
Location and Times available to teach one or more below classes:
Christanna Campus — Alberta, VA; Tuesdays, 2:30 PM – 4:50 PM.
John H. Daniel Campus — Keysville, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 3:25 PM.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Established in 1970, Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System, with seven locations across several counties, including Brunswick, Charlotte, Nottoway, Mecklenburg, Greensville, and Halifax. SVCC serves the largest community college region in the state, covering ten counties and one city.
SVCC is located in a beautiful rural region renowned for its rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland, and is home to two popular lakes: Gaston and Kerr. We offer a welcoming learning environment and are accredited to award associate degrees. The college offers a diverse range of programs, including developmental studies, academic, technical, and lifelong education. SVCC empowers students to build skills, knowledge, and leadership, preparing them to thrive in a changing society.
Thank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC). We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a talented workforce, which has earned us recognition as a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for several consecutive years. Committed to ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students, SVCC values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.
Help SVCC students build strong foundations in drawing, creativity, and visual expression.
Join Southside Virginia Community College and shape creative futures by teaching ART 121 Foundations of Drawing. This is a UCGS transfer course designed to develop basic drawing skills and an understanding of visual language through studio instruction and lecture. The successful candidate must be committed to SVCC’s mission to provide high-quality education to the Southside Virginia community.
Applications will be received, reviewed, and considered continuously until needed positions are filled.
Course Content & Specific Duties:
- Introduce and demonstrate concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value, and composition.
- Apply drawing concepts to subject matter including still life, landscape, and the figure.
- Instruct students in the use of various media, such as pencil, charcoal, and ink wash.
- Organize field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate to the curriculum.
- Deliver instruction in a hybrid format, ensuring high-quality course materials align with college standards.
- Maintain engagement through the college’s Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) for the online portion of the course.
- Monitor and document class attendance in compliance with college policies, maintaining accurate records and communicating with students and necessary departments as needed to support academic success.
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 degree in Studio Art
- Clear demonstration of drawing skill adequate to teach this course
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams
- Ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments
- Ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds
- Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the community college and student success
Additional Considerations
- Teaching experience at the college level, specifically with face-to-face and online/hybrid modalities.
- Competency using instructional technologies such as SMART boards, Zoom and Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
- Experience working with community college students.
- Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and academic success.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3306P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 4
Job Open Date 05/18/2026
Job Close Date 08/14/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Contact Name Jennifer Davis
Email Jennifer.davis@southside.edu
Phone Number 434-949-1019
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of the online application should also include a resume and all transcripts of all college work completed.
This is a Part-Time Faculty position with NO state and VCCS benefits. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. If you are a state employee who has been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Inter-agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the Card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The Card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (434) 949-0708. Please include your name, the position number, and the position title on the fax cover sheet. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment.
Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) 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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Shannon Feinman, Vice President of Finance and Administration, 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821, 434-949-1005.
SVCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) stage agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 (2010). If you are a Veteran or a Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
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.
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.
Posting Summary
Working Title Adjunct Foundations of Drawing Faculty (Part-Time)
Role Title Drawing Adjunct Faculty
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 276A0TBD
Agency Southside Va Community College
Division Southside Va Community College (Div)
Work Location Brunswick - 025
Hiring Range Per credit hour rate is determined based on experience and education
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
Work Schedule
Fall 2026 Semester (August 17 - December 15, 2026; Hybrid (A combination of in-person instruction on campus and online components).
Location and Times available to teach one or more below classes:
Christanna Campus — Alberta, VA; Tuesdays, 2:30 PM – 4:50 PM.
John H. Daniel Campus — Keysville, VA; Mondays, 1:00 PM – 3:25 PM.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Established in 1970, Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is one of 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System, with seven locations across several counties, including Brunswick, Charlotte, Nottoway, Mecklenburg, Greensville, and Halifax. SVCC serves the largest community college region in the state, covering ten counties and one city.
SVCC is located in a beautiful rural region renowned for its rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland, and is home to two popular lakes: Gaston and Kerr. We offer a welcoming learning environment and are accredited to award associate degrees. The college offers a diverse range of programs, including developmental studies, academic, technical, and lifelong education. SVCC empowers students to build skills, knowledge, and leadership, preparing them to thrive in a changing society.
Thank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC). We are dedicated to attracting and retaining a talented workforce, which has earned us recognition as a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for several consecutive years. Committed to ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students, SVCC values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our students, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve.
Help SVCC students build strong foundations in drawing, creativity, and visual expression.
Join Southside Virginia Community College and shape creative futures by teaching ART 121 Foundations of Drawing. This is a UCGS transfer course designed to develop basic drawing skills and an understanding of visual language through studio instruction and lecture. The successful candidate must be committed to SVCC’s mission to provide high-quality education to the Southside Virginia community.
Applications will be received, reviewed, and considered continuously until needed positions are filled.
Course Content & Specific Duties:
- Introduce and demonstrate concepts such as line, proportion, space, perspective, value, and composition.
- Apply drawing concepts to subject matter including still life, landscape, and the figure.
- Instruct students in the use of various media, such as pencil, charcoal, and ink wash.
- Organize field trips and gallery assignments as appropriate to the curriculum.
- Deliver instruction in a hybrid format, ensuring high-quality course materials align with college standards.
- Maintain engagement through the college’s Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) for the online portion of the course.
- Monitor and document class attendance in compliance with college policies, maintaining accurate records and communicating with students and necessary departments as needed to support academic success.
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 degree in Studio Art
- Clear demonstration of drawing skill adequate to teach this course
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Interpersonal communication skills; ability to write syllabi and exams
- Ability to develop learning strategies, curriculum, and assessments
- Ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds
- Understanding of and commitment to the mission of the community college and student success
Additional Considerations
- Teaching experience at the college level, specifically with face-to-face and online/hybrid modalities.
- Competency using instructional technologies such as SMART boards, Zoom and Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
- Experience working with community college students.
- Demonstrated commitment to student engagement and academic success.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3306P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 4
Job Open Date 05/18/2026
Job Close Date 08/14/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Contact Name Jennifer Davis
Email Jennifer.davis@southside.edu
Phone Number 434-949-1019
Special Instructions to Applicants
Only online applications will be accepted. Submission of the online application should also include a resume and all transcripts of all college work completed.
This is a Part-Time Faculty position with NO state and VCCS benefits. Adjunct faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. If you are a state employee who has been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Inter-agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the Card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The Card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (434) 949-0708. Please include your name, the position number, and the position title on the fax cover sheet. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment.
Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) 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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Shannon Feinman, Vice President of Finance and Administration, 109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821, 434-949-1005.
SVCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) stage agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29 (2010). If you are a Veteran or a Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
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.
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.
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Search Education Jobs in VirginiaEducation OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
Which education companies and institutions sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Virginia?
Virginia's largest F-1 OPT sponsors in education include public universities such as George Mason University, Virginia Tech, and the University of Virginia, community college systems like Northern Virginia Community College, and ed-tech companies headquartered in the Northern Virginia corridor including Stride K12 and Learning Tree International. Large school districts in Fairfax County and Arlington County have also hired F-1 OPT workers in instructional and support roles.
Which cities in Virginia have the most education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia cities, particularly Fairfax, Arlington, and Reston, concentrate the highest volume of education F-1 OPT opportunities due to the density of universities, ed-tech firms, and federal education contractors in that corridor. Richmond follows as a secondary hub, anchored by Virginia Commonwealth University and private K-12 networks. Charlottesville, home to the University of Virginia, also generates consistent demand for OPT-eligible education professionals.
What types of education roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Virginia?
Roles that align directly with a STEM or education-related degree field are the most straightforward fit for F-1 OPT in Virginia. Common qualifying positions include instructional designer, curriculum developer, education data analyst, academic advisor, learning experience designer, and research coordinator at a university. Ed-tech companies in Northern Virginia frequently hire for product, content, and assessment roles that connect to degrees in education, psychology, or computer science.
How do I find education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, state, and industry, making it straightforward to browse education F-1 OPT roles in Virginia without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Beyond the platform, targeting university HR portals directly and ed-tech companies headquartered in Northern Virginia can surface openings not always listed elsewhere. Confirm OPT authorization details with your DSO before applying.
Are there any Virginia-specific or education industry considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Virginia's large public university system means many education employers are already familiar with OPT and STEM OPT extension processes, which can simplify onboarding. However, roles at government-contracted ed-tech firms in Northern Virginia may require security clearances that F-1 OPT holders are generally ineligible to obtain, narrowing options at some employers. STEM OPT extensions, available to graduates in qualifying STEM fields, significantly expand the timeline for education technology and data-focused roles in the state.