Adjunct Instructor - Religious Studies

Tennessee Board of Regents; Konak; On-site; TRY 33,781,000 - 47,294,000; Part time

Job summary

Motlow State Community College is accepting applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Religious Studies. This pool position requires teaching courses across multiple campuses, including dual enrollment classes at area high schools.

The role emphasizes collaboration with faculty and leadership to support student learning and program goals. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in the discipline or related field by the application date, and 18 graduate hours in the field.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in discipline or qualifying field by the application date.
• 18 graduate semester hours in discipline or qualifying field by the application date.
• Doctoral degree and CC teaching experience are preferred.
• Ability to teach in an additional Motlow State field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses per catalog description and approved syllabus.
• Offer dual enrollment classes at local area high schools as assigned.
• Travel to multiple campuses as needed.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership on curricula and program needs.
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline.
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester; communicate with students regularly.

Education

Master’s degree in discipline or qualifying field

18 graduate hours in discipline

Doctoral degree (preferred)

3+ years CC teaching experience (preferred)

Job description

MOTLOW STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

is accepting applications for the following position:

Adjunct Instructor - Religious Studies

Position Summary: Pool Position

Campus: Any

Position number: BA9973

Salary: $500-$700 per credit hour

Motlow State is located in the beautiful rolling hills of middle Tennessee and has four campuses that serve students from eleven counties. Motlow positions are contingent upon funding availability and budget approval.

General Function:

Provide high-quality, effective instruction in accordance with the catalog description and approved course syllabus for assigned courses. Facilitate student learning and evaluate student performance using each course’s standards and learning objectives as a guide. Provide appropriate academic support and guidance to students regarding course content and related academic or career goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution by the application date or a Master’s degree in any field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited college or university by the application date.

Religious Studies

Comparative Religion

Philosophy

Divinity

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution and three years of Community College teaching experience. Ability to teach in an additional Motlow State teaching field

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the catalog description and the approved course syllabus; Teach dual enrollment classes at area high schools as assigned; Travel to multiple campuses as assigned
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, department lead/program director, and academic leadership about curricular and programmatic issues and needs
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, administration and staff to support the students, strategic plan, goals and business operations of the college; Work collegially as part of both discipline-specific and multidisciplinary teams
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline, including relevant scholarship, professional practices, and emerging instructional approaches, and incorporate appropriate updates into course instruction to support effective student learning
• Support curricular and co-curricular activities within the college
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester as assigned
• Maintain availability to communicate with and meet students regarding coursework and participate in occasional meetings or instructional activities as requested by the department
• Respond promptly to the Dean’s requests
• Submit all requested paperwork timely and completely
• Perform all duties in accordance with both TBR and MSCC policies
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.
• Strong computer skills, to include college database (Banner) management, word processing, creating spreadsheets, e-mail, and the internet
• Knowledge of confidentiality statutes and policies as they apply to FERPA
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with students, fellow employees, college administrators, and other stakeholders

Human Resources Office, Dept. 200

Motlow State Community College

Telephone [phone], TDD (931 393-1621)

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.mscc.edu

Motlow College is an EEO/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer

Motlow State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

Advertised: 07 Apr 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 07 Apr 2029 Central Daylight Time