TBR | The College System of Tennessee

If you have solid work experience and applicable skills in the fields or programs we offer, we would like to consider sharing your knowledge on a part-time basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain an organized, safe, and stable learning environment.
• Deliver instruction using effective teaching methods and supervision principles.
• Utilize in-class assessment tools and techniques to measure student achievement of course competencies.
• Administer and proctor tests for students and outside organizations.
• Record and submit grades and attendance (including tardiness and absences) daily using Banner.
• Distribute course syllabus at the beginning of each class, outlining competencies, grading procedures, attendance policies, and other essential information.
• Provide guidance to students regarding course progress, academic concerns, and disciplinary issues.
• Coordinate disciplinary matters with administration and the Student Services Coordinator.
• Monitor and request necessary program supplies; make recommendations for instructional materials.
• Adhere to the school calendar and daily class schedule; start and end classes on time.
• Conduct student surveys each trimester and participate in scheduled staff climate surveys.
• Check and respond to emails twice daily.
• Coordinate absences with the VP of Operations to align with student breaks.
• Work a maximum of 29 hours per week.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (HiSET acceptable).
• Work experience in the area being taught.
• Minimum of 3 years of approved work experience in the occupation preferred.
• Technical teaching experience preferred.
• Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree, or diploma from an accredited technical training program in the related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) labeling and policy a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer applications required for teaching.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, plan and direct work, and express ideas clearly and concisely.
• Physically able to lift up to 30 lbs. and move around the teaching area to demonstrate and perform occupational tasks (with or without accommodation).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and tact in all interactions.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department 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 June 1st; to maintain your application within the system, you will want to reapply each year.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Background checks will be completed on all new hires. The selected candidate will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT-Shelbyville to complete a background check, which includes the following: Sex Offender Registry, Driving History, County Criminal, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal, and Sanctions and Disciplinary Database.