Adjunct Instructor Communication Studies; Temporary

position title

description of position

both the san ramon and pleasant hill campuses of diablo valley college are seeking instructors for classes starting in fall 2027 and for their communication studies adjunct instructor pools. Successful applicants will have an ability to and enthusiasm for teaching introduction to communication and other communication courses in the dvc catalog in a mix of modalities – 100% in-person, hybrid, and online.

In particular, candidates should be able to teach in-person classes.

successful applicants will need to successfully complete an approved training in online teaching by either enrolling in 4cd’s becoming an effective online instructor ( beoi ) course in spring or summer of 2027 or by submitting proof of completion of an equivalent training.

faculty

san ramon campus

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pool

adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$128.97 per hour (up to $151.16).

temporary

faculty & other instructional staff

part-time faculty

s4720-applied arts and social sciences

• providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
• creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
• evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
• meeting with students outside of class;
• maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
• fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
• maintaining accurate academic records;
• performing other related duties as assigned.

master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication

• master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication
• or bachelor’s in any of the above and master’s in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or english
• or the equivalent

the disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide academic senate for california community colleges. A doctoral degree (phd) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (ma or ms).

if the title(s) of your degree major(s) listed on your unofficial transcripts or other documents from the degree-granting institutions are not an exact match to the degrees listed below, you must submit an equivalency form. Without it, your application will not be considered. The equivalency form can be downloaded here . In addition to responding to the required supplemental questions below, please upload the following required documents:

• any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred).
• résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position and
• cover letter explaining your interest in the position.

contra costa community college district follows all relevant local, state, federal, and cdc guidance related to covid
-19.

ph.d. Or master’s in communication studies.

ability to and interest in teaching communication courses listed in the dvc catalog, especially introduction to public speaking, but also other courses, like comm 180 intro to communication theory.

ability to and interest in teaching communication courses in a mix of…