Adjunct Instructor - Geography

Tennessee Board of Regents; Missouri; On-site; USD 682,000 - 971,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor - Geography (Pool) to deliver quality instruction using integrative technologies. The role requires teaching on-ground as well as evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses, with deadlines for grade submissions and ongoing compliance with college policies.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Geography and 18 graduate credit hours in geography; collegial teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geography or related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Geography from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate level teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population; proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on-ground and as assigned; evenings, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required.
• Post grades during the term for student feedback and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Complete required trainings and reports; advise the Program Chair or Dean; attend meetings as requested; comply with policies and guidelines.
• Check JSCC email and department mailbox; respond within 48 hours, weekends excepted.
• Submit class syllabus or update department syllabus at least 2 weeks before first day of class or within seven days of contract execution.

Skills

Instructional delivery modes

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Geography

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Geography (Pool)

Institution: Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies.

Job Duties

• Teach courses via on ground as assigned. Teach evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required.
• Post grades during the term for student feedback and submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar.
• Complete required College trainings and complete all required reports such as attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions and administer and return surveys by the required deadlines. Advise the Program Chair or Dean at the earliest possibility if you are unable to teach a class. Attend meetings as requested by the Program Chair and/or Dean. Comply with all the College’s and TBR’s policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.
• Regularly check your JSCC email and your departmental mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours except on the weekend.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Geography or a related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Geography from an accredited institution.

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: $600 per credit hour

Closing Date: October 31, 2026

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

A resume, cover letter, and transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants will be subject to a background check.

Advertised: 20 Feb 2026 Central Standard Time

Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time