Open Enrollment Instructor- Workforce and Continuing Education

About the role

Join Our Team as a part-time Open Enrollment Instructor! Columbia State Community College is looking for experienced subject matter experts to teach non-credit, open enrollment classes that help individuals upskill for career advancement or pursue personal enrichment. We offer part-time opportunities in workforce development and lifelong learning—and we need passionate instructors to make it happen!

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging classes based on your expertise
• Collaborate with a Columbia State coordinator on scheduling and location
• Teach in classrooms or field settings or online
• Assist in identifying target audience and support efforts to market to that audience and drive enrollment

Requirements

• Significant experience in subject area
• Passionate about teaching content and inspiring others
• Strong communication and instructional skills
• Ability to adapt content for diverse learners

Qualifications

• Teaching experience
• Formal education in field

Skills

• Technical Skills
• Safety (OSHA certifications)
• Information Technology (Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, AI)
• Computer Training: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe
• Commercial Driving
• AutoCAD
• Leadership & Organizational Development
• Project Management
• Career Development (interviewing, resume writing, networking)
• Leadership & Supervision (team building, conflict management, feedback, evaluation)
• Time Management & Goal Setting
• Organizational Management
• Leisure & Personal Enrichment
• Retirement Planning
• Photography
• Beekeeping
• Youth Development (Robotics, Sports, Gaming, etc.)
• Herbal Wellness
• Quilting
• Drawing, Painting, Watercolor
• Music (Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo)
• Cake Decorating
• Additional topics considered
• Small Business & Retail Development
• Social Media Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Entrepreneurship Basics
• Customer Service
• Selling Fundamentals

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Freedom to design and deliver courses that make a real impact
• Help strengthen workforce development across Middle Tennessee
• Ideal for experienced professionals or retirees who want to share their expertise without the demands of a full-time role