Adjunct Instructor - Computer Information Technology - Programming or DatabaseCourses

Pellissippi State Community College; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Computer Information Technology, focusing on Programming or Database courses. The role entails on-ground instruction with potential online components and requires maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom and laboratories.

Responsibilities include planning and teaching courses, guiding student study, procuring instructional materials, evaluating progress, and handling grades and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Programming and Database teaching field

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned and per course descriptions and syllabi
• Supervise students during study and learning activities
• Submit requests for equipment, supplies, textbooks and other instructional aids through department leadership
• Evaluate the academic progress of students
• Demonstrate knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures per Adjunct Faculty Handbook
• Submit course grades and perform other administrative duties as required
• Schedule two office hours; if not possible, provide a written plan to access the instructor; office hours are not paid during summer session

Education

Master’s degree or higher with 18 graduate hours in Programming/Database teaching

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Computer Information Technology - Programming or Database Courses

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality on-ground instruction (possible online) for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department: College of Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications: Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Programming and Database teaching field

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

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The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College

If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at or by email at .