Adjunct Faculty Pool - Funeral Service Education

Position: Adjunct Faculty Pool - Funeral Service Education (2025)

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open—access college. Southwest has 6 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.

We invite you to become a part of the Southwest Team!

Title:

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Funeral Service Education Employee Classification:
Faculty Institution:
Southwest Tennessee Community College Department:
Funeral Services Education Campus

Location:

STCC - Multiple Campus Locations

Job Summary

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

THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION.

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.

At the time of application, applicants should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume/CV, references list, statement of teaching philosophy, & 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. The adjunct instructor is responsible for performing assigned 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, participating in professional activities and organizations.

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.
• Use observational, oral, and /or written assessment to direct and enhance learning in a timely manner.
• 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…