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Tennessee Board of Regents
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Adjunct Instructor - Paralegal Studies (Pool)
Tennessee Board of Regents · Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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In short
The instructor is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Paralegal Studies and ensuring consistent student experiences. They must manage course materials via the learning management system, submit grades, and maintain regular communication with students and staff.
What they're looking for
MUST-HAVE SKILLS
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Candidates are required to hold a Juris Doctorate degree. Preferred qualifications include three years of related industry experience and prior college-level teaching experience.
About the employer
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
TBR - The College System of Tennessee oversees the state's community colleges & Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology · hiring as Tennessee Board of Regents
TBR - The College System of Tennessee is the state’s largest public higher education system, with 13 community colleges, 23 colleges of applied technology (TCATs) and the online TN eCampus serving approximately 170,000 students. The system is governed by the Tennessee Board of Regents.
- INDUSTRY
- Higher Education
- COMPANY
- Educational
- FOUNDED
- 1972
- HEADQUARTERS
- Nashville, TN
- SIZE
- 51-200
- OFFICES
- 1 on LinkedIn
- OPEN HERE
- 2 roles
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Questions about this role
- Is this Tennessee Board of Regents role remote?
- Tagged hybrid.
- What does it pay?
- The posting lists $675–$795 a year.
- Does it sponsor visas?
- Listed as no visa sponsorship.
- What experience does it ask for?
- Listed as 2-5 years.
The posting, in full
Title: Adjunct Instructor – Paralegal Studies (Pool) POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Paralegal Studies. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform job duties from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Teach courses on-ground at the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Other instructional delivery modes, such as online, hybrid or web-enhanced, taught from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location, may be assigned based on operational needs, as determined by the College. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent student experiences. Utilize the College’s learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class. Regularly check College email account and department mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 24 hours, except on weekends. Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.
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Title: Adjunct Instructor – Paralegal Studies (Pool)
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for delivering quality instruction in Paralegal Studies.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform job duties from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Teach courses on-ground at the assigned campus/instructional site/work location. Other instructional delivery modes, such as online, hybrid or web-enhanced, taught from the assigned campus/instructional site/work location, may be assigned based on operational needs, as determined by the College. Work with course leads and/or program coordinators to ensure consistent student experiences. Utilize the College’s learning management system to provide course materials to students. Submit updated department syllabus prior to the first day of class. Regularly check College email account and department mailbox. Respond to emails/messages within 24 hours, except on weekends. Complete all required reports, such as attendance, Early Alerts, student progress reports, grade submissions, and administer and return surveys and student outcome assessments by the deadlines. Submit final grades for each semester by the deadline established by the Registrar. Comply with all College and TBR policies and guidelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Juris Doctorate
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Three years related industry experience
College level teaching experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a wide range of student, faculty and staff population. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Rate of Pay: $675.00 - $795.00 per credit hour
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.
AVAILABILITY/CLOSING DATE
This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct pool positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system must re-apply each year.