Adjunct Instructor - Physical Education

Motlow; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 682,000 - 971,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College is seeking an adjunct Physical Education (Pool) instructor to deliver quality instruction using integrative technologies. This role involves teaching on-ground, evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses with timely grade postings.

The position requires a Master's in Physical Education (18 graduate credits) and preferred collegiate teaching experience. Expect adherence to college policies and continuous communication with the Program Chair and Dean.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical Education with at least 18 graduate credits in PE.
• Collegiate level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on ground; evenings, off-campus and distance-based as required.
• Post grades during term and submit final grades by deadlines.
• Complete required trainings and reports; advise Chair/Dean when unable to teach; attend meetings.
• Check JSCC email and departmental mailbox; respond within 48 hours.
• Submit or update syllabi at least 2 weeks before class or within seven days of contract.

Skills

Instructional delivery modes

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Education with 18 graduate credits

Job description

Title: Adjunct Physical Education (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 Physical Education or a related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Physical Education 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.

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.