Instructor - Philosophy & Religious Studies (9-month Tenure Track)

We have an opening for a Tenure-track Instructor (Philosophy and Religious Studies) in the Humanities and Fine Arts Division at our Chattanooga 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

The role will be responsible for the following: Develop courses, lessons, exercises and examinations in the area of Philosophy and Religious Studies; remain current within field of assigned instruction, related occupational areas and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college, divisional, professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations by attending meetings and serving as officers; support dual enrollment efforts by teaching courses at high school sites if needed; participate in annual faculty evaluation process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Holistic Student Support Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility to empower all students to learn. Respect rights of students and access to educational opportunities. Counsel and advise students regarding academic preparation and career goals. Assist in formal and informal placement activities for employment and/or transfer to four-year institutions. Work to retain students. Provide out-of-class assistance to students. Support student activities. Organizational Culture Provide support in the Humanities and Fine Arts Division that aligns with the College's values. Embrace and promote the College's goals and support the Humanities and Fine Arts Division's efforts to utilize best practices related to the student experience. Assist in recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned. Participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes. Support and participate in college/division/department committees, organization and/or task forces to make recommendations in the College's decision-making. Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation Structure student experiences to ensure fairness, accessibility, and relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities. Teach assigned courses. Facilitate the classroom instructional process. Evaluate students, monitor progress, and assign final grades in the campus Learning Management System (LMS). Maintain attendance and grade records. Mentor and orient faculty and staff. Maintain required classroom and office hours. Select texts, supplemental documents, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources. 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The successful applicant will possess evidence of innovative instructional methodologies, will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the fields of Philosophy and Religious Studies, and will provide strong recommendations from his or her appropriate supervisors.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in Philosophy and Religious Studies or a combination of degrees to be credentialed in teaching both disciplines

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with a Master's or Doctorate in Philosophy and Religious Studies, a documented record of community college teaching experience, dual enrollment teaching experience, and experience in a variety of delivery formats including hybrid instruction and accelerated term schedules.

Salary Range:

$41,555

• $50,900

Closing Date:

May 25, 2026

• All applicant submissions must include a cover letter, CV/resume, and unofficial transcripts.

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