Adjunct Instructor - Political Science (Pool)

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

Job summary

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) invites applications for Adjunct Instructor - Political Science. The role delivers quality instruction across on-ground, online, and hybrid formats, collaborating with course leads to ensure consistent student experiences.

Responsibilities include utilizing the LMS, submitting syllabi, and timely communication. Adherence to college policies and timely grade submission are required from a dedicated educator.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in on-ground, online and hybrid formats as assigned.
• Work with course leads and program coordinators for consistent student experiences.
• Utilize the College’s LMS to provide course materials to students.
• Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class.
• Regularly check College email and department mailbox; respond within 48 hours.
• Complete attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions, surveys.
• Submit final grades for each semester by Registrar deadlines.
• Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.

Skills

Delivery modes

Synchronous teaching

Asynchronous teaching

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Political Science

18 graduate hours in political science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Rate of Pay: $650.00 - $740.00 per credit hour