Adjunct Instructor- Engineering/Mechatronics/Autocad (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 in Engineering/Mechatronics/AutoCAD at Volunteer State Community College. This position requires the delivery of quality instruction via on-ground, online, or hybrid modalities. Ideal candidates will possess a Master’s degree in Engineering and effective communication skills.

Potential applicants should be prepared to teach courses in various formats and meet institutional requirements, with a pay rate of $675 - $800 per credit hour. Applications are accepted year-round.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree from an accredited institution plus 18 graduate hours in Engineering.
• Requires an Associate’s degree plus work experience in the field; Baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Collegiate level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses via various modalities such as on-ground, online, or hybrid.
• Submit class syllabus at least 2 weeks prior to the first day of class.
• Regularly check and respond to VSCC emails.

Skills

Knowledge and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes

Ability to communicate effectively

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Master's degree in Engineering plus 18 graduate hours

Associate's degree plus field work experience

Job description

Adjunct Instructor- Engineering/Mechatronics/AutoCAD (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 the contract.
• Regularly check 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 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

• Teaching in AS Degree Programs: Requires a Master’s degree (minimum) from an accredited institution plus 18 graduate hours in Engineering.
• Teaching in AAS Degree Programs (technical; programs not designed for transfer): Requires an Associate’s degree (minimum) plus work experience in the field. Baccalaureate degree preferred.

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.