Adjunct Instructor - Astronomy (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 895,000 - 1,019,000; Part time

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents in Nashville seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Astronomy to deliver quality instruction across on-ground, online, and hybrid formats. You will collaborate with course leads, manage LMS materials, maintain timely communication, and complete grade submissions and reports.

This pool posting notes a pay rate of $650 to $740 per credit hour and requires a master's degree in Astronomy or Physics with astronomy hours.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Astronomy or Physics with astronomy hours required.
• Experience with multiple delivery modes (online, on-campus, hybrid) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and classroom tech.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Astronomy instruction across on-ground, online, and hybrid formats.
• Coordinate with course leads/program coordinators for consistent student experiences.
• Use LMS to provide course materials and manage communications.
• Submit updated syllabus before first day of class and respond to emails within 48 hours.
• Complete attendance, progress reports, grade submissions and related surveys by deadlines.
• Submit final grades each semester per Registrar deadlines and comply with policies.

Skills

Online teaching

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Astronomy or Physics with astronomy hours

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Astronomy (Pool)

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Astronomy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes as assigned. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences. Utilize the College's learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class. Regularly check College email account and department mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except on weekends. Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Astronomy or Master's degree in Physics and some graduate hours in Astronomy or Master's degree and 18 combined graduate hours in Physics and Astronomy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

College level teaching experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse student, faculty and staff population. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Rate of Pay: $650.00 - $740.00 per credit hour

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

AVAILABILITY/CLOSING DATE

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct pool positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system must re-apply each year.

Advertised:

01 Nov 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time