Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy (Pool)

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

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents invites applications for Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy (Pool). The position involves delivering quality philosophy instruction across on-ground, online, and hybrid formats as assigned.

Responsibilities include using the college LMS, submitting syllabi before class, timely communications, grading, and compliance with college policies. Unofficial transcripts acceptable; postings close annually on Oct 31.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Philosophy or Ethics or a Master’s degree in another discipline with 18 graduate hours in Philosophy or Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality instruction in Philosophy.
• Teach courses via on-ground, online and hybrid delivery modes.
• Work with course leads/program coordinators for consistent student experiences.
• Utilize LMS to provide course materials.
• Submit updated department syllabus before first day of class.
• Respond to emails/messages within 48 hours, except weekends.
• Submit final grades each semester by Registrar deadlines.
• Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

Skills

Online teaching experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Philosophy or Ethics

18 graduate hours in Philosophy or Ethics

Doctorate in Philosophy

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Philosophy (Pool)

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Philosophy.

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 Philosophy or Ethics or a Master’s degree in another discipline and 18 graduate hours in Philosophy or Ethics

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Doctorate in Philosophy

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.

Advertised: 01 Nov 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time