Adjunct Geography Faculty (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Smyrna (TN); Hybrid; USD 688,800 - 964,320; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Smyrna, Tennessee, seeks an Adjunct Geography Faculty member for a pool position. This role requires a Master's degree in Geography or a closely related field, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities include teaching assigned courses, collaborating with academic staff, and staying current in teaching practices. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from $500 to $700 per credit hour. Interested applicants must submit their application online along with transcripts and a resume.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or 18 graduate hours in Geography-related courses.
• Preferred: Doctoral degree and community college teaching experience.
• Strong communication skills and computer proficiency are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction according to course syllabus and standards.
• Teach dual enrollment classes at area high schools.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration on curricular issues.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in Geography or qualifying field

Doctoral degree preferred

Tools

College database (Banner)

Job description

Adjunct Geography Faculty (Pool)

Position Summary: Pool Position

Campus: Any

Position number: BA9968

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.

Qualifying Fields: Geography

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.