Instructor, Communication - Adjunct

Job Title

Instructor, Communication - Adjunct

Part-time

Prepare and teach Communication courses for transfer and career technical programs.

• Develop learner-centered lesson plans.
• Employ teaching strategies and instructional materials for diverse learning styles.
• Incorporate appropriate technology in classroom, distance learning, and laboratory environments.
• Create and model a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population.
• Prepare, distribute, and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
• Conduct assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate.

• Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in the field; maintain current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies.

• Maintain classroom and laboratory spaces, including upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Provide for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials, and maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain student records (grades, attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, Self‑Service, Canvas).
• Comply with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulations.

• Conduct recruiting activities.
• Promote retention and persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success.
• Refer students to campus and community resources when appropriate.

Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.

• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Master’s degree in Communication or a related field from an institutionally accredited university with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Communication.

Doctoral degree in Communication from an institutionally accredited university.

Post‑secondary teaching experience in Communication.

• Community College teaching experience.
• Post‑secondary teaching experience in Communication.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

• Multi‑task.
• Support the Vision and Mission of the College.
• Adapt to changing procedures, protocols, or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner-centered environment.
• Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

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E. Main Street, P.O. Box 309, Jamestown, NC 27282