Adjunct Instructor - Physical Science

Tennessee Board of Regents; Missouri; On-site; USD 682,000 - 971,000; Part time

Job summary

Jackson State Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Physical Science (Pool) to deliver quality instruction using integrative technologies and to teach on-ground, evening, off-campus, and distance-based courses as required. The position requires a Master’s degree in Physical Science with at least 18 graduate credits; collegiate teaching experience is preferred.

Compensation is $600 per credit hour, with a closing date of October 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physical Science or related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Physical Science from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate level teaching experience.
• Experience delivering instruction using multiple delivery modes; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population; proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on ground, evenings, off-campus, and distance-based formats as assigned.
• Post grades during the term and submit final grades by the Registrar deadlines.
• Complete required trainings and reports (attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions); coordinate with Program Chair/Dean as needed.
• Respond to JSCC email and departmental mailbox within 48 hours, excluding weekends.
• Submit/update class syllabus at least 2 weeks before the first day of class or within seven days of contract execution.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Collaborative work

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Science or related field with 18 graduate credits

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor - Physical Science (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 Science or a related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Physical Science 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.

Advertised

19 Nov 2025 Central Standard Time

Applications close

31 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time