Director/Instructor of eSports

This is a full-time, fiscal year contract in the Division of Arts, Sciences, & Technologies. The position reports to the Dean of Arts, Sciences, & Technologies and will be primarily stationed in the Dyer County, TN area. This position is grant funded.

•    Teach an equivalent of 30 hours (TLE) per academic year in a combination of eSports, Computer Information Technology, and/or Business courses.

•     Coach the DSCC eSports team.

•     Ability to teach and manage multiple courses in an individualized setting.

•     Teach a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional, returning adults.

•     Recruit students from area high schools and from the community to make DSCC’s program viable and competitive.

•     Flexibility to teach evenings/weekends and/or off-campus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).

•     Practice a learning-centered educational philosophy and redesign courses to include research- based learning strategies including service-learning opportunities, learning communities, critical thinking skills, co-operative learning, and reading across the curriculum.

•     Develop web-enhanced courses for delivery in technology-enhanced classrooms/labs (such as interactive (Zoom) rooms), online, or in a hybrid mode, and using accessibility standards.

•     Become certified in and fully use the course management system for all classes.

•     Provide course materials and information in a format that is accessible for all students using current and approved standards.

•     Work with colleagues to assess the effectiveness of courses, analyze the results, develop and implement improvement plans, and document this information each semester in the form prescribed by DSCC.

•     Participate in professional development and maintain membership in an appropriate regional, state and/or national organization related to your teaching at DSCC.

•     Assist with the identification and mentoring of adjunct instructors.

•     Revise and develop curriculum and select textbooks and e-textbooks in cooperation with colleagues and in line with accessibility standards.

•      Assist in the preparation of class schedules.

•      Advise students, maintain regular office hours, and participate in college life and committee work of the College.

•      Willingness to acquire software certifications as needed.

        Assist in grant writing and/or grant management.

•      Actively communicate with colleagues and students using email, voice mail, text and other electronic means. Normally, responses are expected in no more than 72 hours.

•      Be trained and certified as a Master Advisor.

•      Willingness to teach in a correctional facility.

•      Perform other duties as assigned.

•      Sedentary: Desk work; travel will be required for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Minimal Hazard/Exposure:

•      Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

•       Ability to communicate well in oral and written English.

•       Actively communicate with colleagues using email and other electronic means.

•       Proficient in Microsoft Office.

•       Ability to teach and evaluate student performance.

•       Ability to maintain required records.

•       Ability to work with staff and colleagues in department and college committees and related activities.

•       Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Computer Information Technology, Business, or closely related field or associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and demonstrated competencies in the IT field.

•       Experience in the IT field.

•       Master’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.

•       Teaching experience.

•       Experience with Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. 

Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.

Advertised: 14 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Oct 2026 Central Daylight Time

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