Adjunct Instructor - Political Science (Pool)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 7,300 - 8,300; Part time

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Political Science to deliver instruction across on-ground, online and hybrid formats. The role works with course leads to ensure consistent student experiences, using the LMS to provide materials and submitting syllabi and grades on schedule.

Required: Master's in Political Science or 18 graduate hours in the field; preferred: Master’s in Political Science. Pay is $650.00–$740.00 per credit hour and postings close Oct 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Political Science or 18 graduate hours in political science or closely related field.
• Experience with multiple instructional delivery modes, including online teaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and classroom technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality instruction in Political Science across on-ground, online and hybrid formats.
• Coordinate with course leads and program coordinators to ensure consistent student experiences.
• Submit syllabi, monitor attendance, grades and surveys by deadlines; respond to inquiries within 48 hours.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Effective communication

Collaboration with diverse population

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in Political Science or 18 graduate hours

Tools

Learning Management System

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Political Science (Pool)

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Political Science.

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 Political Science or Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in political science or a closely related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Political Science

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