Instructor - Business & Accounting (9 month Tenure-Track)

Tennessee Board of Regents; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Board of Regents seeks a 9‑month, tenure‑track Faculty member to teach Business and Accounting at Chattanooga State campus. This full‑time position involves delivering courses day or evening, in online and on‑ground formats, at multiple sites within the college service area.

Under supervision of the Management Department Head and Dean, the instructor will develop curricula, maintain syllabi, and support student advising and success, while advancing teaching excellence and program

Qualifications

• MBA or MBA with 18 graduate hours in Accounting.
• Master’s in Business Administration from a regionally accredited institution.
• Preferred: community college teaching experience and ability to teach Business and/or Accounting courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach day or evening classes (credit or non‑credit) in Business and Accounting.
• Develop and revise courses and curricula; maintain updated syllabi.
• Use current technology in instruction; deliver online and on‑ground formats.
• Advise students; assist in recruitment, placement, and evaluation.
• Support college and division committees and accreditation activities.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Communication

Student advising

LMS familiarity

Education

MBA or MBA with 18 graduate hours in Accounting

Master’s in Business Administration

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

We have an opening for a 9 ‑month, tenure-track Business and Accounting Faculty position at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose- We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.
Our Values:
- We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.

- We care about the well‑being of each other.

- We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

Our Mission- We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Management Department Head and the Dean of the Business Division, the full‑time faculty member’s primary duty is the instruction of Business and Accounting. Faculty teach day or evening classes (credit or non‑credit) throughout the year in a variety of formats (online and on‑ground) and at several locations, including off‑campus sites and local high schools within the College’s service area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

Serve as a member of the Management Department within the Business and Industry Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme of the College’s Strategic Plan:

Course and Curriculum Development

• Select texts, supplemental documents, supplies, and other learning resources, including OER.
• Develop supplemental instructional materials.
• Use current technology in preparation, creation, and delivery of instruction.
• Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed
• Maintain updated course syllabi.

Professional Growth

• Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies.
• Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials.
• Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in‑service activities
• Participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.

Service to Students

• Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students.
• Assist in placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four‑year institutions.
• Support student activities.

Service to the College and Community

• Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned.
• Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes.

• Serve on committees, organizations, and task forces

• Support and participate in college/division/department meetings, committees, organizations, and task forces to inform decision‑making.
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
• Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through outreach activities.

Academic Advising

• Support the Academic Advising Center.
• Stay current with the relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
• Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
• Assist with college‑wide advising as needed.

Student Support

• Admissions and Records
• Enrollment Services
• High School Programs
• Recruiting and Orientation
• Career Services
• Student Support Center
• Tutoring Services
• Student Conduct
• Student Life
• Adult Student Services
• Center for Access and Disability Services (ADA)

Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitating the instructional process
• Evaluating students and monitoring progress
• Utilizing the Learning Management System (LMS)
• Assigning mid‑term and final grades
• Maintaining attendance and grade records
• Advising students regarding academic preparation and career goals
• Supporting student retention
• Maintaining required classroom and office hours

Fiscal Stewardship

• Support the responsible fiscal stewardship of funds allocated to the Business Division.

Organizational Culture

• Maintain an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional.

• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong understanding of assigned academic subject areas.
• Commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
• High level of self‑discipline and self‑motivation.
• Positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition.
• Punctuality and attention to detail with the ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration from a regionally accredited institution OR
• Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting.

Preferred:

• Previous community college teaching experience.
• Curriculum development experience.
• Experience teaching Business and/or Accounting courses.

Projected Salary Range:

Instructor: $41,555 - $50,900

Commensurate with experience and aligned with Tennessee Board of Regents salary guidelines.

Closing Date:30 days from posting
Open Until Filled: Yes

Advertised: 22 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time