Open Enrollment Instructor- Workforce and Continuing Education

Tennessee Board of Regents; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbia State Community College seeks experienced subject matter experts to teach non-credit, open enrollment classes that upskill learners for career advancement or personal enrichment. Part-time opportunities exist in workforce development and lifelong learning.

Instructors develop and deliver engaging sessions, coordinating with a Columbia State coordinator on scheduling and location, and may teach in classrooms, fields, or online to reach diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in subject area.
• Passionate about teaching content and inspiring others.
• Strong communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to adapt content for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging classes based on your expertise.
• Collaborate with a Columbia State coordinator on scheduling and location.
• Teach in classrooms or field settings or online.
• Assist in identifying target audience and support efforts to market to that audience and drive enrollment.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Teaching passion

Strong communication

Adapt content for diverse learners

Education

Formal education in field

Job description

Join Our Team as a part-time Open Enrollment Instructor!

Columbia State Community College is looking for experienced subject matter experts to teach non-credit, open enrollment classes that help individuals upskill for career advancement or pursue personal enrichment. We offer part-time opportunities in workforce development and lifelong learning—and we need passionate instructors to make it happen!

Why Teach With Us?

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle


• Freedom to design and deliver courses that make a real impact


• Help strengthen workforce development across Middle Tennessee


• Ideal for experienced professionals or retirees who want to share their expertise without the demands of a full-time role

Examples of Areas of Expertise We’re Seeking.

Technical Skills:

• Safety (OSHA certifications)


• Information Technology (Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, AI)


• Computer Training: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe


• Commercial Driving


• AutoCAD

Leadership & Organizational Development:

• Project Management


• Career Development (interviewing, resume writing, networking)


• Leadership & Supervision (team building, conflict management, feedback, evaluation)


• Time Management & Goal Setting


• Organizational Management

Leisure & Personal Enrichment:

• Retirement Planning


• Photography


• Beekeeping


• Youth Development (Robotics, Sports, Gaming, etc.)


• Herbal Wellness


• Quilting


• Drawing, Painting, Watercolor


• Music (Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo)


• Cake Decorating


• Additional topics considered.

Small Business & Retail Development:

• Social Media Marketing


• Human Resource Management


• Entrepreneurship Basics


• Customer Service


• Selling Fundamentals

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and deliver engaging classes based on your expertise


• Collaborate with a Columbia State coordinator on scheduling and location


• Teach in classrooms or field settings or online


• Assist in identifying target audience and support efforts to market to that audience and drive enrollment

Qualifications:

• Required:
  
  
  
  • Significant experience in subject area
  
  
  • Passionate about teaching content and inspiring others
  
  
  • Strong communication and instructional skills
  
  
  • Ability to adapt content for diverse learners
  
  
  
  


• Preferred:
  
  
  
  • Teaching experience
  
  
  • Formal education in field
  
  
  
  

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Important Information for Applicants:

This posting establishes a pool of qualified instructors for Workforce and Continuing Education courses. Instructors are selected and hired as classes are scheduled and demand arises. Applicants may not be contacted immediately but will remain under consideration while the pool is active.

To learn more about Columbia State and the important work we are doing, please visit our website here: Workforce and Continuing Education at Columbia State Community College

Advertised: 16 Jan 2026 Central Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time