About the role
Join Our Team as a Part-Time Open Enrollment Instructor!
Columbia State Community College is looking for experienced subject matter experts to teach non-credit, open enrollment classes that help individuals upskill for career advancement or pursue personal enrichment. We offer part-time opportunities in workforce development and lifelong learning—and we need passionate instructors to make it happen!
Why Teach With Us?
- Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
- Freedom to design and deliver courses that make a real impact
- Help strengthen workforce development across Middle Tennessee
- Ideal for experienced professionals or retirees who want to share their expertise without the demands of a full-time role
Examples of Areas of Expertise We're Seeking
Below are our primary Workforce & Continuing Education Academies. We are looking for instructors for courses in these academies (and beyond).
Art & Design Academy
- Drawing, Painting, Watercolor
- Photography
- Quilting
Business Academy
- Project Management
- Career Development
- Leadership & Supervision
- Retirement Planning
- Social Media Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Entrepreneurship Basics
- Customer Service
- Selling Fundamentals
Culinary Academy
- Cake Decorating
- ServeSafe
Driving Academy
- Commercial Driving License (CDL)
- Forklift
- Student Drivers Education
- Motorcycle Safety
Healthcare Academy
- Phlebotomy
- Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Pharmacy Technician
- CPR & Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Medical Billing and Coding
Industry and Apprenticeship
- Safety (OSHA certifications)
- Manufacturing
- CNC Machining
- Robotics
Legal Academy
- Paralegal Studies
- ADA & Accessibility Compliance
- Real Estate Licensing Prep
- Notary Public Training
Lineworker Academy
- Electrical Fundamentals for Line Work
- Pole Climbing & Rigging
- Utility Equipment Operation (bucket trucks, digger derricks)
- Utility Safety
Music Academy
- Music Theory
- Guitar
- Piano
- Ukulele
- Banjo
Outdoor Academy
- Beekeeping
- Nature Conservation
Tech Academy
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analytics
- Computer Training: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe
- AutoCAD
- Artificial Intelligence
Youth Academy
- Youth Education Camps
- ACT Prep
Have a course idea that isn't listed? These are examples, not a complete list. We welcome proposals in any subject where you bring real expertise. Tell us what you'd like to teach, and we'll explore it with you.
What You'll Do
- Develop and deliver engaging classes based on your expertise
- Collaborate with a Columbia State coordinator on scheduling and location
- Teach in classrooms or field settings or online
- Assist in identifying target audience and support efforts to market to that audience and drive enrollment
Qualifications
Required
- Significant experience in subject area
- Passionate about teaching content and inspiring others
- Strong communication and instructional skills
- Ability to adapt content for diverse learners
Preferred
- Teaching experience
- Formal education in field
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Ready to share your knowledge and inspire others?
Apply today and help us enrich our community through education and training!
Important Information for Applicants: This posting establishes a pool of qualified instructors for Workforce and Continuing Education courses. Instructors are selected and hired as classes are scheduled and demand arises. Applicants may not be contacted immediately but will remain under consideration while the pool is active.
To learn more about Columbia State and the important work we are doing, please visit our website here:
Workforce and Continuing Education at Columbia State Community College