Adjunct Instructor- History (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. seeks an Adjunct Instructor in History for Volunteer State Community College. This role involves teaching courses in various formats, maintaining communications, and adhering to college policies. Applicants must possess a Master's degree in History or equivalent credits. The position offers a pay rate between $675 and $800 per credit hour. Continuous application is required, with reviews based on department need, closing yearly on October 31.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in History from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate level teaching experience preferred.
• Experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses via on ground, online, hybrid or web-enhanced modalities.
• Submit class syllabus prior to class start.
• Regularly check email and respond swiftly.
• Submit final grades by the deadline.
• Attend departmental meetings as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Cooperative teamwork

Instructional delivery

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree in History or 18 graduate hours in History

Job description

Adjunct Instructor – History (Pool)

Volunteer State Community College

Title

Adjunct Instructor- History (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 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

Master's degree in History from an accredited institution or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in History 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

$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.

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.
• Please note that we recruit for all campus locations from our adjunct pools.