Open Enrollment Instructor- Workforce and Continuing Education
- Columbia State Community College
- 1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
- Jan 16, 2026
Job Description
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.
Technical Skills:
- Safety (OSHA certifications)
- Information Technology (Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, AI)
- Computer Training: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe
- Commercial Driving
- AutoCAD
Leadership & Organizational Development:
- Project Management
- Career Development (interviewing, resume writing, networking)
- Leadership & Supervision (team building, conflict management, feedback, evaluation)
- Time Management & Goal Setting
- Organizational Management
Leisure & Personal Enrichment:
- Retirement Planning
- Photography
- Beekeeping
- Youth Development (Robotics, Sports, Gaming, etc.)
- Herbal Wellness
- Quilting
- Drawing, Painting, Watercolor
- Music (Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo)
- Cake Decorating
- Additional topics considered.
Small Business & Retail Development:
- Social Media Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Entrepreneurship Basics
- Customer Service
- Selling Fundamentals
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
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As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to increasing access and enhancing diversity at all five campuses. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.
Columbia State offers more than 80 Academic Paths and has friendly faculty and staff who care that you have a great college experience. We offer both traditional and online courses, in both credit and non-credit formats. At Columbia State you can earn a degree that can take you straight into the workforce or that can transfer to the college or university of your choice.
Columbia State is known for excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Our athletics program includes women's soccer, women's and men's basketball, softball and baseball. We are a member of the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA).
The College is also home to popular Middle Tennessee arts venues such as the Cherry Theater and the Pryor Art Gallery.
The Facts
There are FIVE locations throughout southern Middle Tennessee.
Columbia State serves a nine-county area in Middle Tennessee: Giles, Lawrence, Lewis, Hickman, Marshall, Maury, Perry, Wayne and Williamson
Retention and transfer rates are among the highest in the Tennessee. Graduation is everyone's focus.
Columbia State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Columbia State Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404.679.4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
More than 85% of faculty hold advanced degrees.
More than $10 million in financial aid awarded each year.
Traditions:
- College colors - green and white
- Mascot - the Charger
- Wednesdays - students, faculty and alumni show support by wearing green
Jobs at Columbia State Community College. When inquiring or applying for jobs at Columbia State Community College, please also reference AcademicCareers.com
Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, chair / department head jobs, and other faculty jobs and professional and administrative staff employment opportunities with Columbia State Community College and at other institutions of higher education in the region on AcademicCareers.com
To receive email alerts when new jobs at Columbia State Community College are posted, please sign up for new job openings at Columbia State Community College.
