Adjunct Instructor- Communication Studies (Pool)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 929,880 - 1,102,080; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Communication Studies at Volunteer State Community College. This role involves teaching a variety of courses in on ground, online, and hybrid formats. Qualified candidates must have a Master’s degree and extensive knowledge in Communication or a related field. Responsibilities include maintaining timely communication with students and submitting necessary documentation. The position offers a pay rate of $675 - $800 per credit hour based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication, Speech, or a relevant discipline required.
• Experience in collegiate level teaching preferred.
• Knowledge of various instructional delivery modes essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in multiple modalities including on ground, online, and hybrid.
• Submit required documents to the department in a timely manner.
• Respond to student communications promptly.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative work

Instructional delivery modes

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in Communication or relevant discipline

Job description

Title:

Adjunct Instructor- Communication Studies (Pool)

Institution:

Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

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

Job Duties:

Teach courses via on ground, online, hybrid or web‑enhanced modalities as assigned. Teach evening, weekend, off‑campus, dual enrollment and distance‑based courses as required. 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. Regularly check your VSCC email and departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours except on the weekend. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Complete required college trainings. Complete all required reports such as attendance, early alerts, progress reports, grade submissions and administer and return surveys by the required deadlines. Advise the Department Chair at the earliest possibility if you are unable to teach a class. Attend meetings as requested by the Department Chair and/or Dean. Comply with all of the College's and TBR's policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in Communication, Speech, or relevant discipline (journalism, digital media, new media, mass communication, organizational communication, corporate communication, interpersonal communication, etc.) 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:

$675 - $800 per credit hour

Availability / Closing Date:

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty 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 Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Please note that we recruit for all campus locations from our adjunct pools. Please note that the need for this discipline is for on‑ground classes.