Adjunct Instructor - Political Science

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

Job summary

Jackson State Community College invites qualified applicants for an Adjunct Instructor - Political Science (Pool). The role delivers quality instruction using integrative technologies and serves evenings, off-campus, and online formats as needed.

The position requires a Master’s in Political Science with 18 graduate credits and collegiate teaching experience is preferred. Pay is $600 per credit hour; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis with a closing date of October 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Political Science or related field with at least eighteen (18) credit hours in graduate level Political Science from an accredited institution.
• Collegiate level teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on-ground, evenings, off-campus and distance-based as required.
• Post grades during term and submit final grades by Registrar deadlines.
• Complete trainings and reports; advise leadership if unable to teach; attend requested meetings.
• Check JSCC email and departmental mailbox and respond within 48 hours.
• Submit or update class syllabi at required timelines.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s in Political Science with 18 grad credits

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title:

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

Background Check:

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.