Adjunct Instructor- Computer Information Technology (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. is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Computer Information Technology at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, Tennessee. This role involves delivering quality instruction in various modalities, maintaining communication with students, and managing course responsibilities including grading and reporting. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field is necessary, along with competencies in technology-related disciplines. Applications are continuously accepted for future teaching assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a computer information technology-related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated competencies through IT certifications or two years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in various modalities as assigned.
• Maintain communication with students and department via emails.
• Submit grades and reports by deadlines.

Skills

Knowledge of instructional delivery modes

Effective communication

Cooperative teamwork

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Technology

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor - Computer Information Technology (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, dualenrollment 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 VSCC email and the 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

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a computer information technology-related discipline from an accredited institution.
• OR
• Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution and demonstrated competencies in computer information technology.

Computer information technology-related disciplines include but are not limited to programs/majors such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Decision Science, Information Science, Information Management, Information Systems and Technology Management.

Demonstrated competencies can be documented through one or more IT-related certifications, such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Cisco CCNA and/or at least two years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Required qualifications plus IT-related industry certifications.
• Collegiate level teaching experience.
• Master's degree in a qualifying field from an accredited institution; OR a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in a qualifying field from an accredited institution.

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.