Adjunct Computer Science Faculty (Pool)

Motlow State Community College; Flowertown (TN); On-site; USD 688,800 - 964,320; Part time

Job summary

Motlow State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Computer Science Faculty (Pool) to provide instruction across eligible courses on multiple campuses in Middle Tennessee. The position offers a pool status with potential credit-hour assignments and requires alignment with catalog descriptions and syllabi.

Candidates should hold a master's degree in the discipline (or equivalent) and demonstrate strong teaching and communication skills, with familiarity in FERPA and college database tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in discipline or 18 graduate semester hours in discipline from a regionally accredited institution by the application date.
• Qualifying Fields: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology.
• Preferred: Doctoral degree and 3 years of Community College teaching experience; ability to teach an additional Motlow field.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned in catalog and syllabus; 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 with faculty, administration and staff to support students, strategic plan, goals and business operations of the college; work as part of discipline-specific and multidisciplinary teams.
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline and incorporate updates into instruction.
• 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 MSCC policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

FERPA knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Education

Master's degree in discipline

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Banner

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Internet

Job description

Motlow State Community College

Position: Adjunct Computer Science Faculty (Pool)

Position Summary: Pool Position

Campus: Any

Position number: BA9966

Salary: $500-$700 per credit hour

Motlow State is located in the 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.

Qualifying Fields:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Information Technology

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.

To ensure consideration, interested applicants must submit an application, transcripts and resume online with application submission.

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.