Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Pool)

About the Position

Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Pool) Job at TNBR Careers, Smyrna, TN

Motlow State Community College is accepting applications for the following position:

Adjunct Sociology Faculty (Pool)

Position Summary: Pool Position

Campus: Any

Position number: BA9968

Salary: $500-$700 per credit hour

Motlow State is located in the beautiful rolling hills of middle Tennessee and has four campuses that serve students from eleven counties. Motlow positions are contingent upon funding availability and budget approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, effective instruction in accordance with the catalog description and approved course syllabus for assigned courses.
• Facilitate student learning and evaluate student performance using each course’s standards and learning objectives as a guide.
• Provide appropriate academic support and guidance to students regarding course content and related academic or career goals.
• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the catalog description and the approved course syllabus; Teach dual enrollment classes at area high schools as assigned; Travel to multiple campuses as assigned.
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, department lead/program director, and academic leadership about curricular and programmatic issues and needs.
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, administration, and staff to support the students, strategic plan, goals, and business operations of the college; Work collegially as part of both discipline-specific and multidisciplinary teams.
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline, including relevant scholarship, professional practices, and emerging instructional approaches, and incorporate appropriate updates into course instruction to support effective student learning.
• Support curricular and co-curricular activities within the college.
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester as assigned.
• Maintain availability to communicate with and meet students regarding coursework and participate in occasional meetings or instructional activities as requested by the department.
• Respond promptly to the Dean’s requests.
• Submit all requested paperwork timely and completely.
• Perform all duties in accordance with both TBR and MSCC policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution by the application date or a Master’s degree in any field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Sociology or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited college or university by the application date.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.
• Strong computer skills, to include college database (Banner) management, word processing, creating spreadsheets, e-mail, and the internet.
• Knowledge of confidentiality statutes and policies as they apply to FERPA.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with students, fellow employees, college administrators, and other stakeholders.

We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $500-$700 per credit hour.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic educational environment.
• Potential for professional growth and development.

About the Company

Motlow State Community College is an EEO/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer. Motlow State Community College 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.

To ensure consideration, interested applicants must submit an application, transcripts, and resume online with application submission.

Human Resources Office, Dept. 200

Motlow State Community College

Telephone (931) 393-1544, TDD (931 393-1621)

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: Motlow College