Part-Time Sociology Instructor — Adjunct Faculty Pool

Tennessee Board of Regents; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 727,000 - 1,036,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwest Tennessee Community College invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Faculty position in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences to teach Sociology across campus locations. The adjunct instructor coordinates, plans, prepares, presents and evaluates instruction, with compensation of $640 per credit hour.

Posts note that this posting does not guarantee an open position. The candidate may perform advising, serve on committees, and participate in professional activities to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student‑centered learning.
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the four locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers instruction on topics in Sociology.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently; and keep students informed about their progress through the prompt grading of papers and other work.
• Develops curricula and instructional material such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintains office hours for students seeking academic advice, assists in student recruitment and retention; and assists students with course‑related problems outside of the classroom.
• Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records in compliance with federal FERPA regulations.
• Attends all faculty meetings, college assemblies, professional development and orientation activities, and other meetings as called by the President, Dean or Department Chair.
• Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
• Participates in departmental and college committees; and provides outreach service to the community.
• May perform other duties as assign by Department Head/Dean.

Skills

Teaching strategies

Instructional methods

Technology integration

Written communication

Flexible teaching locations

Education

Master’s degree in teaching discipline

18 hours graduate work in teaching discipline

Job description

Southwest Tennessee Community College invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Faculty position in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences to teach Sociology across campus locations. The adjunct instructor coordinates, plans, prepares, presents and evaluates instruction, with compensation of $640 per credit hour.

Posts note that this posting does not guarantee an open position. The candidate may perform advising, serve on committees, and participate in professional activities to