Adjunct Faculty Pool - Funeral Service Education

Job Summary

This is a part-time, Adjunct Faculty position in the Funeral Service Education program. 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.

Job Duties

• Prepares and delivers instruction on topics in Funeral Service Education program.
• Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently; and keep 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 assign by Department Head/Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Funeral Service Education and graduation from an American Board of Funeral Service Education accredited program.
• Must hold Tennessee Funeral Director and Embalmer licenses.
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years as a professional in Funeral Service, and two (2) years related experience.
• Two (2) years of teaching experience.
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new content.
• Use current and emerging technologies and alternative delivery methods to enhance student learning.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional development.
• Observe college policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the four locations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching and learning strategies to facilitate student-centered learning;
• Experience interacting successfully with an ever-growing student population;
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things;
• Ability to integrate technology into course delivery;
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach classes using various instructional delivery methods at any of the four locations.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: LeVetta Hudson, Vice President of People & Culture, myhr@southwest.tn.edu, 737 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38103, 901-333-5000.