Adjunct Faculty - Economics

Tennessee Board of Regents; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Roane State Community College seeks an Economics Adjunct Faculty to teach economics courses in both face-to-face and online formats, utilizing D2L Brightspace for course delivery. The role emphasizes effective instruction, student engagement, and timely student interactions to support success.

The candidate must have a master’s degree in economics (or a master’s with 18 graduate hours in economics) and TN residency, with online teaching experience and D2L Brightspace proficiency strongly

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in economics or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in economics.
• TN residency, online teaching experience, and proficiency with D2L Brightspace required.
• Ability to use LMS audio/video recording tools and manage online instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach economics courses in-person and online formats using D2L Brightspace.
• Manage instruction, student engagement, and timely feedback.
• Assess and grade student work.
• Support student success through high-quality instruction.
• Maintain communication with students and adhere to institutional policies.
• Oversee technology and platform management within courses.

Skills

Student engagement

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in economics

18 graduate hours in economics

Tools

D2L Brightspace

Job description

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Economics

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: Roane State Community College

Department: Social Science, Business and Education

Campus Location: Roane State Community College

Job Summary

The Economics Instructor is responsible for teaching economics courses in both face-to-face and online formats using the D2L Brightspace learning management system. This position requires effective course delivery, student engagement, and the use of best practices in online instruction, including audio and video learning tools within the LMS. Candidates must possess a master’s degree in economics or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Economics. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, maintain timely interactions with students, and support student success through high-quality instruction. Tennessee residency, relevant online teaching experience, and proficiency with D2L Brightspace are required. Classes will be at various Roane State Community College locations.

Job Duties

• Teach economic courses in in-person and online format using the Learning Management System (LMS) D2L Brightspace.
• Instruction and Student Engagement.
• Assessment and Grading.
• Student Support and Communication.
• Technology and Platform Management.
• Adhere to Institutional policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics or master's degree with 18 graduate hours in economics.

Preferred Qualifications

To teach online, must have experience using D2L. State of TN resident.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be able to utilize multiple functions within the LMS (audio and video recording) and use best practices for online teaching. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.

Advertised: 29 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time