Communication Studies, Part-Time Faculty

Position Summary

The Communication Studies Department is in need of a part-time human communication generalist to teach various courses, such as CMST&101:
Introduction to Communication and CMST&220:
Public Speaking, in face-to-face and hybrid modalities. We are in need of a faculty member to teach in the Spring 2026 Quarter. We will also hold CVs for 18 months in the event of future staffing needs.

A successful candidate will have experience successfully teaching at the college level, demonstrate the ability to teach students with varying needs, and hold (at minimum) a Master
¿ s degree in Speech, Communication, Communication Studies, or Speech Communication.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Adjunct Professor is typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment.

Quarterly remuneration for 5-credit lecture class is $6,418.75 - $7,824.66. Compensation is prorated based on type and duration of assignments. Individuals newly hired to Adjunct Professor group at the college are placed at the minimum rate per union bargaining agreement. Certain positions may also be eligible for assignment/project-based additional compensation, including a High Demand Stipend up to $8,350 annually, prorated based on the discipline and duration of the assignment.

All additional compensations are subject to change depending on funding and negotiated agreement.

Generous benefits package for eligible employees is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid personal leave plan; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc. Eligible employees are faculty who work a combined load of at least 50% at Bellevue College and other Washington State public institutions of higher education for two consecutive quarters are eligible for health and dental insurance at the start of the second consecutive quarter.

In addition to teaching, faculty maintains office hours and may participate in department and college activities. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union.

About The College

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit Facts at a Glance.

About the Department

The Communication Studies Department is part of the Arts & Humanities Division at Bellevue College. We offer courses in 3 main areas of the field: human communication & rhetoric, mass media & journalism, and film studies.

Essential Functions

* Teach at least one 5-credit lecture course. Class size ranges from 28-32 students.

* Teach communication studies courses spanning the department offerings as assigned.

* Teach in face-to-face settings and/or asynchronous virtual settings (for hybrid courses).

* Prepare course materials, including varied assessments of student knowledge.

* Design and facilitate learning experiences centered around student needs and interests by using varied instruction methods and resources.

* Hold weekly office hours in accordance with the current faculty contract and generally assist students in person one-on-one and/or both through electronic media and in-person.

* Use data, self-reflection, and student/colleague feedback to revise your instruction, improve student success and better serve students at our open enrollment institution.

* Grade and/or provide useful feedback to students in a way that promotes student understanding and improvement.

* Assign overall course grades.

* Demonstrate a strong commitment to student success through fostering a positive and caring learning environment where understanding and communicating across differences is valued and practiced.

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's degree from an accredited institution in Speech, Communication, Communication Studies, or Speech Communication.

* Preparation relevant to or…