Adjunct Instructor- Vet Tech Program (Pool)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 929,880 - 1,102,080; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for an Adjunct Instructor for the Vet Tech Program at Volunteer State Community College. The role involves teaching courses in various formats and ensuring quality instruction through integrative technologies.

Ideal candidates should have at least two years of experience in a veterinary clinic and a current Tennessee LVMT or DVM licensure. The position offers a pay rate between $675 and $800 per credit hour, with teaching assignments reviewed on a term-by-term basis.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of work experience in a veterinary clinic.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials depending on the audience.
• Teaching experience at the collegiate level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality instruction using a variety of modalities.
• Submit syllabi and grades on time.
• Complete required college training and reports.

Skills

Knowledge and/or experience using instructional delivery modes

Effective communication

Cooperative work with diverse populations

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Graduate of an AVMA accredited program

Current Tennessee LVMT or DVM licensure

Job description

Adjunct Instructor- Vet Tech Program (Pool) – Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction using integrative technologies.

Job Duties

• Teach courses via on‑ground, online, hybrid, or web‑enhanced modalities as assigned.
• Teach evening, weekend, off‑campus, dual enrollment, and distance‑based courses as required.
• Submit class syllabus or update the department syllabus at least two weeks prior to the first day of class or within seven days of contract execution.
• Check VSCC email and departmental mailbox regularly; respond to emails/messages within 48 hours except on weekends.
• Submit final grades for each semester by the Registrar’s deadline.
• Complete required college trainings.
• Complete all required reports such as attendance, Early Alerts, progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys by the required deadlines.
• Advise the Department Chair at the earliest possibility if unable to teach a class.
• Attend meetings as requested by the Department Chair and/or Dean.
• Comply with all of the college’s and TBR’s policies and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of work experience in a veterinary clinic.
• Current Tennessee LVMT or DVM licensure.
• Graduate of an AVMA accredited program.

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

$675 – $800 per credit hour

Availability/Closing Date

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty 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.

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.

Please note that we recruit for all campus locations from our adjunct pools.

To Apply

https://careers.tbr.edu/jobs/adjunct-instructor-vet-tech-program-pool-vscc-all-campuses-tennessee-united-states-18f81545-4bbe-42fa-a23c-6346fc18688f