Instructor of Mathematics 9/10 Month (Tenure Track)
About The Position
Volunteer State Community College is hiring a tenure-track Instructor of Mathematics on a 9/10-month appointment. The position delivers quality instruction in multiple formats, contributes to the evaluation of student learning and assessment of course and program outcomes, and participates in service activities supporting the College’s mission. Within a minimum workweek of 37.5 hours, faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours as defined by College policy. The instructor will teach a total of 28–32 semester credit hours across the Fall and Spring semesters. Teaching assignments may include evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses. The role includes providing effective instruction and a supportive learning environment; participating in curriculum and program development, evaluation, and review; completing administrative duties and required reporting; contributing to student-focused service, mentorship, advising, and College committees and projects; supporting student recruitment and retention; and maintaining subject-matter expertise through professional development. The instructor must comply with College and Tennessee Board of Regents policies and guidelines. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution, or a Master’s degree plus 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline from a regionally accredited institution.
- Knowledge and/or experience delivering effective instruction in a variety of formats, including asynchronous online, traditional on-ground, and hybrid.
- Ability to use a learning management system for course delivery and maintenance of course records.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and technologies or software pertinent to the subject area of instruction.
Nice To Haves
- Collegiate-level teaching experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach a total of 28–32 semester credit hours across Fall and Spring semesters; faculty are generally expected to teach 15 semester credit hours and hold additional in-person and virtual office hours within a minimum 37.5-hour workweek.
- Teach evening, weekend, off-campus, dual enrollment, and distance-based courses as required.
- Provide appropriate and effective instruction and create and contribute to a supportive learning environment within and beyond the classroom.
- Participate in the development, evaluation, and review of programs and curriculum, including assisting with or leading affiliation and accreditation efforts as applicable.
- Complete administrative duties, including required College trainings and timely submission of attendance reports, progress reports, grades, survey responses, and other required information.
- Contribute to College service, including student-focused service and mentorship, advising, career services, student organization sponsorship, and committee, taskforce, and project work.
- Support student recruitment and retention efforts as appropriate.
- Engage in regular professional development around pedagogy, maintain up-to-date subject-matter expertise, and support a culture of lifelong learning.
- Comply with College and TBR policies and guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Wellness Incentive Program for employees enrolled in health insurance
- Educational assistance, including fee waiver, spouse/dependent discounts, and tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Longevity pay
- Retirement options including State of Tennessee Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
- 14 paid holidays per year
- Annual leave, if applicable
- Sick leave
- Sick Leave Bank
- State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
