Adjunct Instructor - Economics

Pellissippi State Community College; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Economics to provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include planning and teaching classes, supervising student activities, and evaluating academic progress. Applicants must have a master's degree or higher with 18 graduate hours in Economics. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed per department needs. Positions are on a term-by-term basis, with annual re-application required by January 31.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in the Economics teaching field.

Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching classes as assigned.
• Supervising student study and learning activities.
• Evaluating academic progress of students.

Education

Master's degree or higher in Economics

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Economics

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality instruction 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 Business

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 Economics teaching field

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications 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.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities.