Adjunct Instructor – Anthropology

Motlow; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 4,133,000 - 8,954,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Anthropology to provide high-quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment in both classroom and laboratory settings.

The role emphasizes teaching, evaluating student progress, and adhering to the Adjunct Faculty Handbook. Availability for scheduling and office hours is required, with periodic term-based appointments and reapplication each year.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology teaching field.
• Candidate should have demonstrated ability to teach and evaluate students in classroom and laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned and per course descriptions and syllabi.
• Supervise student study and learning activities.
• Submit requests for equipment, supplies, and textbooks through department leadership.
• Evaluate students’ academic progress and provide feedback.
• Demonstrate knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures per Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Submit course grades and fulfill other administrative duties as required.
• Schedule two office hours; provide a plan for access if hours cannot be scheduled (office hours not paid in summer).

Education

Master’s degree or higher with 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology teaching field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Anthropology

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department: School of Social Sciences, Education and Human Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Anthropology teaching field

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as‑needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term‑by‑term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to reapply each year.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College

If you have any problems or questions, please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [e-mail]