Public Speaking Instructor, Communication; Creating Pool Anticipated

Position: Public Speaking Instructor, Communication (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
With approximately 16,000 students, NIU is one of the largest public research-focused universities in the state of Illinois. Located in DeKalb, the campus sits within an affordable and growing community that is a manageable commute from both the Chicago and Rockford metropolitan areas. NIU aims to improve outcomes for all students by identifying and removing barriers that unfairly hinder the academic success and student experience of historically and currently underserved populations.

The Department of Communication is dedicated to creating and maintaining an equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty.

Position Summary

The Department of Communication invites applications for instructor positions to create a pool for advance- and short-notice hiring based on program need. These will be part-time or full-time temporary instructor positions. Start dates will be based on program needs. The Instructor is a temporary (non-tenure track) position with duties that include teaching the fundamentals of oral communication and holding office hours.

The appointment is for up to one year, subject to program needs, but is renewable. Teaching may be in-person and/or online.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching load will be no more than 12 credit hours during the fall semester, no more than 12 credit hours during the spring semester; other duties may be assigned. Public speaking instructors will provide instruction in the classroom and/or online, using a standard course syllabus across multiple sections.

Minimum

Required Qualifications

* Master's degree in Communication or a closely related field

* A minimum of two years' experience teaching Public Speaking

Additional Requirements

None

Preferred Qualifications

* PhD in Communication or closely related field

* Experience teaching at an institution with a student body similar to NIU

* Experience teaching public speaking

Physical Demands Summary

* Typical instructional/classroom management