Adjunct Instructor - Music

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR); Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 827,000 - 964,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Music to deliver instruction across in-person, evening, and distance-based formats as needed. The role emphasizes quality instruction with integrative technologies and timely grading.

The position pays $600 per credit hour, with postings reviewed term-by-term. A Master’s degree in Music with graduate music coursework is required, and availability to teach at multiple JSCC locations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music or related field with 18 graduate credit hours in Music.
• Collegiate level teaching experience preferred.
• Availability to teach in person and at various Jackson locations.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on ground; evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required.
• Post grades and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Complete trainings and required reports; adhere to policies and guidelines.
• Check JSCC email and departmental mailbox; respond within 48 hours.
• Submit or update class syllabus at required times.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Music or related field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Music (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 Music or a related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Music from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate level teaching experience.

Candidates with availability to teach in person, during the day, and/or teach at various Jackson State locations.

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.

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.