Instructor - Business & Accounting (9 month Tenure-Track)

We have an opening for a 9‑month, tenure-track Business and Accounting Faculty position at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

• We cultivate a welcoming and supportive environment.
• We care about the well-being of each other.
• We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Management Department Head and the Dean of the Business Division, the full-time faculty member’s primary duty is the instruction of Business and Accounting. Faculty teach day or evening classes (credit or non-credit) throughout the year in a variety of formats (online and on-ground) and at several locations, including off-campus sites and local high schools within the College’s service area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

Serve as a member of the Management Department within the Business and Industry Division for the Teaching Excellence strategic theme of the College’s Strategic Plan:

Course and Curriculum Development

Select texts, supplemental documents, supplies, and other learning resources, including OER.
Develop supplemental instructional materials.
Use current technology in preparation, creation, and delivery of instruction.
Create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed
Maintain updated course syllabi.

Professional Growth

Remain current within the field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies.
Acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials.
Attend scheduled college, divisional, and departmental professional development and in-service activities
Participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.

Service to Students

Assist in recruitment, selection, orientation, and evaluation of potential students.
Assist in placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four-year institutions.
Support student activities.

Service to the College and Community

Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned.
Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes.
Serve on committees, organizations, and task forces
Support and participate in college/division/department meetings, committees, organizations, and task forces to inform decision-making.
Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
Strengthen relationships between the college and the community through outreach activities.
Academic Advising
Support the Academic Advising Center.
Stay current with the relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Participate in regular reviews of relevant Tennessee Transfer Pathways.
Assist with college-wide advising as needed.
Student Support
Admissions and Records
Enrollment Services
High School Programs
Recruiting and Orientation
Career Services
Student Support Center
Tutoring Services
Student Conduct
Student Life
Adult Student Services
Center for Access and Disability Services (ADA)

Promote, support, and participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.

Responsibilities include:
Facilitating the instructional process
Evaluating students and monitoring progress
Utilizing the Learning Management System (LMS)
Assigning mid-term and final grades
Maintaining attendance and grade records
Advising students regarding academic preparation and career goals
Supporting student retention
Maintaining required classroom and office hours

Fiscal Stewardship

Support the responsible fiscal stewardship of funds allocated to the Business Division.

Organizational Culture

Maintain an office environment that is open, inviting, and professional.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK CHARACTERISTICS

Strong understanding of assigned academic subject areas.
Commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
High level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
Positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition.
Punctuality and attention to detail with the ability to perform assigned tasks.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
QUALIFICATIONS

Required:
Master’s degree in Business Administration from a regionally accredited institution OR
Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Accounting.

Preferred:
Previous community college teaching experience.
Curriculum development experience.
Experience teaching Business and/or Accounting courses.

Projected Salary Range:
Instructor: $41,555 - $50,900

Commensurate with experience and aligned with Tennessee Board of Regents salary guidelines.

Closing Date: 30 days from posting
Open Until Filled: Yes

• All applicant submissions must include a CV/Resume, References, and Unofficial Transcript attachments. *