Adjunct Instructor - College To Career

Tennessee Board of Regents; Missouri; On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 4,959,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor - College To Career (Pool). The role delivers quality instruction using integrative technologies and supports diverse learning modalities.

Expect evening, off-campus, and distance instruction, with grading and documentation responsibilities throughout the term. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree; collegiate teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on ground, evenings, off-campus and distance-based as required.
• Post grades during the term and submit final grades by the registrar deadline.
• Complete required trainings and reports; advise Chair or Dean as needed; participate in meetings.
• Respond to emails within 48 hours; check departmental mailbox regularly.
• Submit syllabus updates at least 2 weeks before first class day or within seven days of contract.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - College To Career (Pool)

Institution:Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies.

Job Duties

• Teach courses via on ground as assigned. Teach evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required.
• Post grades during the term for student feedback and submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar.
• Complete required College trainings and complete all required reports such as attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions and administer and return surveys by the required deadlines. Advise the Program Chair or Dean at the earliest possibility if you are unable to teach a class. Attend meetings as requested by the Program Chair and/or Dean. Comply with all the College’s and TBR’s policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.
• Regularly check your JSCC email and your departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours except on the weekend.
• Submit class syllabus or update department syllabus at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class or within seven days of the execution of contract.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate level teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Pay Rate

$600 per credit hour

Closing Date

October 31, 2026

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to the Applicants

A resume, cover letter, and transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.

Advertised: 10 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time