Adjunct Instructor - Biology (Pool)

Motlow; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 895,000 - 1,019,000; Part time

Job summary

Motlow College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor - Biology (Pool) to deliver quality biology instruction in on-ground, online, and hybrid formats in Nashville, TN. The role collaborates with course leads to ensure equitable student experiences and uses the LMS to provide materials and assess progress.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Biology (or equivalent with 18 graduate hours) and have prior college-level teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biology or 18 graduate hours in Biology.
• Ability to teach using multiple delivery modes (online, on-ground, hybrid).
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student and staff population.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality Biology instruction via on-ground, online, or hybrid formats.
• Coordinate with course leads to ensure consistent student experiences.
• Submit updated syllabi and respond to emails within 48 hours.
• Submit attendance, progress reports, grades by deadlines and complete surveys.

Skills

Online teaching experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Biology

18 graduate hours in Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Biology (Pool)

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Biology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

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 Biology or Master’s degree and 18 graduate hours in Biology or closely related field

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

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

Eligibility

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.