Adjunct Faculty - Anatomy & Physiology (Kimball)

Motlow; Kimball (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Motlow State Community College seeks Adjunct Faculty for Anatomy & Physiology at the Chattanooga State Kimball site. Under the supervision of the Department Head, instructors teach assigned classes during day or evening, in varied formats and at several locations, including off-campus sites.

Responsibilities include delivering instruction, maintaining attendance, evaluating student performance, communicating progress to students and college staff, and issuing grades while adhering to college

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or Anatomy & Physiology related field, or Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Biology, or a professional degree in a related field.
• Experience with teaching at college level is preferred.
• Ability to teach in day or evening formats at multiple sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Anatomy & Physiology courses in a variety of formats and locations, including off-campus sites.
• Maintain attendance records and evaluate student performance.
• Communicate progress to students and college staff; assign midterm and final grades.
• Comply with college policies and employment agreement; support strategic plan.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Organizational

Detail-oriented

Self-motivation

Equity-minded practices

Education

Master’s in Biology or Anatomy & Physiology related field

Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Biology

MD/DC/DO or advanced clinical degree

Job description

We have openings for Adjunct Faculty - Anatomy & Physiology at ourChattanooga StateKimball site!

Our Purpose: We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits. Our Values: We cultivate a welcome and caring environment. We care about the well-being of each other. We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission: We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty, Adjunct Faculty have as their chief duty the instruction of assigned classes. Adjunct faculty teach classes that are scheduled during the day or evening, taught in a variety of formats, and at several different locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools. This position is specifically for the Kimball site. Responsibilities include conducting classes using appropriate instructional practices, maintaining records of attendance, evaluating student performance on assignments, monitoring and communicating progress to students and the appropriate college employees, assigning midterm grades and final grades, completing mandatory training as needed, and performing other duties as assigned. Beyond teaching responsibilities, Adjunct Faculty are also obligated to comply with and support college policies as outlined in the Strategic Plan, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and the Employment Agreement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

• Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning
• Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials
• Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies
• Respect the rights of students and access to educational opportunities

Holistic Student Support

• Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Tutoring Services, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services
• Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility

Organizational Culture

• Embraces and promotes the College’s goals related to organizational culture and engagement
• Support the Math and Science Division’s efforts to utilize best practices in providing fair-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff

Position Requirements:

An earned Master’s degree in Biology or an Anatomy and Physiology related field from a regionally accredited institution, or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Biology or closely related field, or a professional degree (MD, DC, DO or other advanced clinical degree) awarded by a nationally accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College Teaching Experience
• Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes – hybrid, online, virtual

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS

• Maintains a comprehensive grasp of the particular area(s) of academic study.
• Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
• Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
• Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
• Demonstrates punctuality and is detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn about, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students.

Pay will be determined based on experience and education in accordance with the salary guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents. To ensure consideration, all relevant work experience must be included in the application.