Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month (Term)

Volunteer State Community College; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness incentive program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Longevity pay

State retirement options

Job summary

Volunteer State Community College invites applications for an Instructor of Mathematics for a 9/10 Month Term. The role delivers quality instruction in diverse formats and participates in assessing courses and program outcomes.

Faculty engage in service to support the college's mission and participate in professional development. The position requires a Master's degree in the discipline or an equivalent combination with 18 graduate hours, and collegiate-level teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Teach 15 semester credit hours per term and maintain office hours.
• Teach 28-32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring.
• Deliver instruction in multiple formats including evenings, weekends, off-campus, and distance-based courses.
• Contribute to program and curriculum development and accreditation efforts.

Skills

Instruction formats

LMS proficiency

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree in teaching discipline

18 graduate hours in teaching discipline

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Job description

Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month (Term)

Volunteer State Community College

Title

Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month(Term)

Institution

Volunteer State CommunityCollege

Job Summary

This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in multiple instructional delivery formats and participating in evaluation of student learning and assessment of course and program outcomes. Faculty will participate in service activities to support the College's mission.

Job Duties

Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours as defined in College policy. Faculty will teach a total 28-32 semester credit hours across Falland Spring semesters. Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dualenrollment, and distance-based courses as required. Provide appropriate and effective instruction. Create and contribute to a supportive learning environment for students within and beyond the classroom. Actively participate in development, evaluation, and review of program and curriculum, including assisting with or leading affiliation and accreditation efforts as applicable. Attend to administrative duties, including completion of required College trainings and timely submission of attendance reporting, progress reports, grades, survey responses and other required information. Contribute to College service, including Student-Focused Service and Mentorship (advising, career services, student organization sponsorship, etc.) and committee, taskforce, and project work at the College, division, and department level. Support student recruitment and retention efforts as appropriate. Engage in regular professional development around pedagogy and maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise; support a culture of lifelong learning. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate-level teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditional on-ground, hybrid.
• Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and any technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.

Pay Rate

$42,535 - $53,167 annual salary depending on experience

Benefits

• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
• Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year
• Annual Leave (if applicable)
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

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. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.