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Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Education & Teaching
  • Chattanooga

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Master’s in Economics or a related field with 18 grad hours in Economics, plus teaching experience.
  • You will instruct classes, maintain attendance, evaluate performance, assign grades, support student services, promote equity, and engage in inclusive teaching practices.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements:
  • Master’s degree in Economics or Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Economics or by exception
  • Teaching Experience

Responsibilities

  • - Under the supervision of the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty, Adjunct Instructors have as their chief duty the instruction of assigned classes, providing quality instruction for student learning, and maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom.
  • - Responsibilities for Adjunct Instructors include conducting classes using appropriate instructional practices, maintaining attendance records, evaluating student performance on assignments or lab activities, assigning midterm grades, assigning final grades, utilizing faculty feedback, completing mandatory training as needed, and performing other duties as assigned.
  • - Beyond teaching responsibilities, Adjunct Instructors must comply with and support college policies outlined in the Strategic Plan, the College Catalog, the Adjunct Faculty Handbook, and the Employment Agreement.
  • - Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services.
  • - Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices.
  • - Provides equity-minded support in the Mathematics & Sciences Division that aligns with the College’s values.
  • - Embraces and promotes the College’s goals related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and supports the Mathematics & Sciences Division’s efforts to utilize inclusive best practices.
  • - Provides equity-minded services and support for students, faculty, and staff.
  • - Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning.
  • - Engage to adapt, test, and refine new pedagogical approaches that fit Chattanooga State’s campus context.
  • - Structure student experiences to ensure equity, belongingness, accessibility, and relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of an Adjunct Faculty member in Economics?

The primary responsibility is to provide quality instruction for student learning, maintain a positive learning environment, and conduct classes using appropriate instructional practices.

What qualifications are required to apply for the Adjunct Faculty - Economics position?

A Master's degree in Economics or a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Economics is required.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this position?

Yes, teaching experience is preferred for applicants.

What materials must be submitted with the application?

Applicants must include a CV/Resume and an Unofficial Transcript, and the Cover Letter or CV/Resume must specify the opening they are interested in teaching.

Is there a specific closing date for this job application?

No, the position is open until filled.

What type of environment does Chattanooga State promote?

Chattanooga State promotes an inclusive environment and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all practices.

What should an Adjunct Faculty member understand about student support services?

An Adjunct Faculty member should be familiar with holistic support services offered to students, including Admissions and Records, Career Services, Student Life, and the Center for Access and Disability Services.

Are there any mandatory requirements for training?

Yes, Adjunct Instructors are required to complete mandatory training as needed.

What is the significance of equity-minded practices at Chattanooga State?

Equity-minded practices are essential to ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity in supporting students, faculty, and staff.

Who supervises the Adjunct Faculty member?

The Adjunct Faculty member is supervised by the Department Head and/or Lead Faculty.

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The College System of Tennessee system consists of 37 institutions with a combined annual enrollment of over 120,000 students, ranking it the largest system of public higher education in Tennessee. The System's 13 community colleges, 24 colleges of applied technology, and its TN eCampus online education portal offer classes in all of Tennessee's 95 counties.