Adjunct Instructor - English (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR); Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 895,000 - 1,019,000; Part time

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in English to deliver courses via on-ground, online, or hybrid formats. You will collaborate with course leads, utilize the LMS for materials, and ensure timely grading and reporting. The role requires maintaining syllabi, monitor communications, and complying with TBR policies.

Master’s degree in English or related field is required; 18 graduate credits in English may substitute, with preference for college-level teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English, Composition, Writing or Literature or Master’s degree in another discipline and 18 graduate credits in English, Composition, Writing or Literature
• Proven ability to teach across on-ground, online and hybrid delivery modes
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse student body and staff
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes as assigned.
• Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences.
• Utilize the College’s learning management system to provide course materials to students.
• Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class.
• Regularly check College email account and department mailbox.
• Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except on weekends.
• Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines.
• Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar.
• Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

Skills

MS Office

Online/Hybrid delivery

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in English/Composition/Writing/Literature

18 graduate credits in English/Composition/Writing/Literature

Master’s in another discipline with English grad credits

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - English (Pool)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in English.

Essential Job Functions/Job Duties And Responsibilities

Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid or web-enhanced delivery modes as assigned. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent and equitable student experiences. Utilize the College’s learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class. Regularly check College email account and department mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except on weekends. Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in English, Composition, Writing or Literature or Master’s degree in another discipline and 18 graduate credits in English, Composition, Writing or Literature

Preferred Qualifications

College level teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse student, faculty and staff population. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Rate of Pay

$650.00 - $740.00 per credit hour

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.

AVAILABILITY/CLOSING DATE

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct pool positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system must re-apply each year.