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Adjunct Faculty Pool – Hospitality Management (Culinary)

Motlow, Memphis, TN, United States


Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open‑access college. Southwest has four campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical certificate programs.

We foster student success, transform lives, and increase the educational level of a growing community in Shelby County. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Title
Adjunct Faculty Pool – Hospitality Management (Culinary)

Employee Classification
Faculty

Institution
Southwest Tennessee Community College

Department
Business and Legal Studies

Campus Location
Multiple Campus Locations

Job Summary
This is a part‑time Adjunct Faculty position in the Business and Legal Studies Department. 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 reapply each year. At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, and an unofficial transcript. The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The instructor is responsible for performing assigned teaching duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Southwest Tennessee Community College campus. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, academic advising, serving on various committees, and participating in professional activities and organizations.

Job Duties

Prepares and delivers instruction on topics for the Culinary Arts courses within the Hospitality Management program.

Compiles, administers, evaluates and grades students’ class work, laboratory work, assignments, tests, and papers fairly and consistently, and keeps 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 assigned by Department Head/Dean.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hospitality Management or Dietetics, or Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts with a minimum of five years work experience in the culinary field.

Knowledge and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum two (2) years teaching experience in higher education or one (1) year teaching experience and three (3) years employment in the field.

American Culinary Federation membership and certification.

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.

Additional Job Functions

This position will primarily be responsible for instruction for dual‑enrollment culinary arts courses offered at various high schools across Shelby County. As such, the position will require travel across Shelby County to each high‑school location.

Application Requirements
To be considered for the position, applicants must upload a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Benefits Summary
A summary of our benefits can be found below: https://www.southwest.tn.edu/hr/benefits-overview.php

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Tennessee Board of Regents does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, 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. See the full non-discrimination policy.

First consideration will be given to current Southwest Tennessee Community College employees who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing at least five (5) days in advance of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

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