Adjunct Faculty Pool - Dietetics and Nutrition

The College System of Tennessee • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

This is a part-time, Adjunct Faculty position in the Department of Allied Health. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year. The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The Instructor is responsible for performing assigned teaching duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus.

Requirements

• Registered dietitian/nutritionist (RD or RDN)
• Licensed dietitian nutritionist in the state of TN (LDN)
• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in nutrition
• Teaching experience preferred, but not required
• Comfortable with online components of education
• Willing to possibly teach virtual evening classes
• Willing to teach dual enrollment classes preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers instruction in classroom and clinical facilities on topics in Allied Health Science.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently; and keeps 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 assigned by Department Head/Dean.

Benefits

• Access to professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Participation in community outreach programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees