Adjunct Instructor – Speech Communication

Tennessee Board of Regents; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Pellissippi State Community College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach Speech Communication in the School of Communication, Arts & Media Technologies. The role emphasizes classroom instruction and laboratory-based evaluation, with responsibilities including planning, teaching, supervising, and grading.

Qualifications require a Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate semester hours in Speech Communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university in any field with a focus on Speech Communication.
• At least 18 graduate semester hours in Speech Communication teaching coursework or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes as assigned according to course descriptions and syllabi.
• Supervise student study and learning activities.
• Request equipment, supplies, textbooks and other instructional aids through the department head or lead teacher.
• Evaluate academic progress of students and submit course grades.
• Demonstrate knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures per Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
• Schedule two office hours; provide a plan if office hours cannot be scheduled; note: office hours not paid during summer.

Education

Master’s degree or higher

18 graduate semester hours in Speech Communication

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Speech Communication

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:

• Resume


• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department: School of Communication, Arts & Media Technologies

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.


2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.


3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.


4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.


5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.


6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.


7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Speech Communication teaching field

Note: The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the College.

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at [e-mail] or 865-539-7354.

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If you have any problems or questions, please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at [e-mail]

Advertised: 01 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 31 Jan 2027 Eastern Standard Time