Adjunct Faculty Pool - Sociology

About the Position

Title: Adjunct Faculty Pool - Sociology

Institution: Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department: Social and Behavioral Sciences

Location: Multiple Campus Locations in Memphis, TN

Salary: $640 per month

Employment Type: Part-Time

Date Posted: 2026-10-08

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Job Summary

Southwest Tennessee Community College, a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college, is seeking part-time Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences. This is a non-tenure track position with pay per credit hour at $640.

Note: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Postings close yearly on January 31.

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Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers instruction on topics in Sociology.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates, and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers.
• 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 assigned by Department Head/Dean.

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Requirements

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

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We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunity to work at multiple campus locations
• Flexible scheduling options (day, evening, or weekend)

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About the Company

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County.

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Application Process

To apply, please upload the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact Dr. Brandon Johnson, Director of People & Culture, at [email protected], 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000.