Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy to provide quality instruction and maintain a positive classroom environment. The position focuses on teaching and evaluating students in classroom and laboratory settings, with responsibilities spanning planning, grading, and related duties.

The department is the School of Social Sciences, Education & Human Services. A Master’s degree or higher with significant graduate coursework is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
• Commitment to supporting a positive learning environment and student success.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned and per course descriptions and syllabi.
• Supervise students' study and learning activities.
• Request equipment, supplies, textbooks and aids as needed through the department head or lead teacher.
• Evaluate students’ academic progress and assign course grades.
• Demonstrate knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures per Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Submit course grades and perform other admin duties as required.
• Schedule two office hours; provide an accessible plan if not scheduled due to extenuating circumstances.

Education

Master’s degree or higher in teaching field

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor – Philosophy

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary

To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department

School of Social Sciences, Education & Human Services

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field

Note: The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to reapply each year.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

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Advertised

01 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close

31 Jan 2027 Eastern Standard Time