Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer

This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the Spring 2027 semester.

Position Title Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer-Spring 2027

Academic Year

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

The Department of Communication Arts in the School of Media & Design is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Communication Arts Lecturer for spring 2027. Position will teach undergraduate courses in film.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the Spring 2027 semester.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Strong knowledge in media production and communication to teach at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to deliver instruction online-ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .

Master’s Degree in Communication or related field. Note that a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication or related field with an additional four (4) years of required experience will be considered in lieu of Master’s Degree.

At least one (1) year of professional work experience in digital media/video production, ideally in areas such as television programs, live events, news, sports, social media, strategic communication, and media and culture.

• Teaching experience at the college level.
• PhD in Communication or related field.

None specified

Based on course assignment.

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number UN1070PO

Number of Vacancies 2

Job Type Part Time

Job Category Faculty

Multi-Hire Pool Yes

Reports to Communication Arts Dept Chair

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