Adjunct Faculty Pool - Philosophy

Overview

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college with 6 campuses/centers offering over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificates. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution.

Title: Adjunct Faculty Pool - Philosophy

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Campus

Location:

STCC - Multiple Campus Locations

This is a part-time Adjunct Faculty position in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences. This posting does not guarantee an open position. Applications for part-time faculty positions are reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are term-by-term and may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application, you will need to re-apply each year.

At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, and an unofficial transcript.

The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. Duties may include teaching during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus. Related activities include instruction, academic advising, participation on committees, and engagement in professional activities and organizations.

• Prepares and delivers instruction on topics in Philosophy.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers; informs students of progress through prompt grading.
• Develops curricula and instructional materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Maintains office hours for student advising and assists in recruitment, retention, and problem resolution outside of class.
• Maintains accurate attendance records, grades, and other required records in compliance with FERPA.
• Attends faculty meetings, college assemblies, professional development, and other meetings as required.
• Keeps current in the field through literature, collaboration, and professional conferences.
• Participates in departmental and college committees and outreach to the community.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the Department Head/Dean.

• Master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a master’s degree in another discipline with 18 hours of graduate work in the teaching discipline.
• Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience in higher education or one (1) year teaching experience and three (3) years of employment in the field.

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning; experience with a diverse student population.
• Skill in selecting and using instructional methods appropriate for the situation.
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing clearly.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the six locations.

The intent of this job description is to represent the duties and responsibilities of this title and does not restrict other duties as assigned by supervision. Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks beyond those listed.

Candidates called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the interview. First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications.

To be considered, upload the following items:
Resume, Cover letter, Unofficial Transcripts.

A summary of our benefits can be found at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..php

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The T  does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other class protected by law and Board of Regents policies regarding employment, programs, and activities. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, , 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, . See the full non-discrimination policy for details.