Geology Instructor - Adjunct (In-person)

Anticipated Start: Fall 2026 (August 3, 2026)

Position Type: Semester-based adjunct appointment, with the possibility of renewal depending on enrollment needs and performance. 

Primary Purpose: Teach geology courses in accordance with established course outlines and the published schedule.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach geology courses in person at the Jackson campus (Sylva, NC) and the Macon campus (Franklin, NC). 

• Maintain accurate student records and submit all required college reports in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators in program planning, assessment, and continuous improvement processes.

• Prepare, review, and update course outlines regularly.

• Recommend and assist with curriculum revisions as needed.

• Assist with the selection and ordering of equipment, supplies, and textbooks.

• Support student retention and success through timely communication and feedback.

• Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of instructor and courses.

• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.

• Maintain professional competence through ongoing professional development.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet one of the following:

1. Master’s degree in Geology OR

2. Master’s degree in a closely related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in Geology. 

Additional Requirements: Ability to use computers and instructional technologies, including course management systems, word processing, email, Internet, and student information systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous community college teaching experience .