Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month (Term)

Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR); Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Leave benefits

Job summary

Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin, TN invites applications for an Instructor of Mathematics for the 9/10 month term. The role encompasses delivering quality instruction across multiple delivery formats and participating in assessment of course and program outcomes.

The instructor will engage in service activities supporting the college’s mission, contribute to curriculum development and accreditation efforts, and maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise while adhering to policies.

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.
• Collegiate-level teaching experience.
• Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.

Responsibilities

• Teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours.
• Teach 28–32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring semesters.
• Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses as required.
• Contribute to program and curriculum development and accreditation efforts as applicable.
• Attend trainings and submit attendance reports, grades, and other required information.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and mentorship activities.

Skills

Instructional delivery

LMS proficiency

Collegiate-level teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in teaching discipline

Job description

Title: Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month (Term)

Institution: Volunteer State Community College

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 Fall and Spring semesters. Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, 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

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• 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.