Adjunct Faculty Pool - Culinary Arts

Tennessee Board of Regents•Memphis, TN

155d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southwest Tennessee Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Culinary Arts program within the Business and Legal Studies Department. This is a part-time position with pay based on credit hours. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed when openings arise, with potential teaching assignments in fall, spring, and summer terms. The role involves coordinating, planning, preparing, presenting, and evaluating classroom instruction and related activities, including academic advising, committee service, and professional development. The instructor must be prepared to teach day, evening, or weekend classes at any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hospitality Management or Dietetics, or Associate's degree in Culinary Arts with a minimum of 5 years work experience in the culinary field.
Knowledge and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Cover letter
Resume/CV
References list
Statement of teaching philosophy
Unofficial transcript

Nice To Haves

Minimum two (2) years teaching experience in higher education or one (1) year teaching experience and three (3) years employment in the field.
American Culinary Federation membership and certification
Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning; experience interacting successfully with an ever-growing student population.
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 for the Culinary Arts courses.
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.
This position will primarily be responsible for instruction for dual-enrollment culinary arts courses offered at various high schools across Shelby County. As such, the position will require travel across Shelby County to each high school location.