Communication - One OYO Faculty

Job Summary

Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is seeking an instructor who will develop curriculum and teach Communication courses to a diverse student body in accordance with the college’s learning‑centered philosophy. The One‑Year‑Only (OYO) instructor will use multiple methods of instruction, assessment strategies, and appropriate technology to engage students in learning and promote student success. The instructor may teach classes in multiple delivery formats, including in‑person, hybrid, and online, and may teach daytime or evening classes at the Union Hills campus.

The instructor will also demonstrate a commitment to excellence in service, collaboration, and innovation within the Communication and Liberal Arts Division and at the college and district levels, as well as facilitate activities outside the classroom for students.

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off:
  Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short‑Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer‑matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

• District‑Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight‑On‑Site Eye Care Services
• Pre‑Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full‑time for an eligible employer)

• Teaches a diverse population of students including students in high school programs, using in‑person, hybrid, accelerated, and online formats, employing learning‑centered strategies to engage students. Demonstrates innovation in teaching and learning and scholarship of learning by focusing on student success, retention, and completion. Incorporates instructional technology and alternative delivery or scheduling techniques.
• Develops instructional materials and curriculum, including syllabi, course outlines, and course materials. Assesses and evaluates knowledge of subject matter taught and monitors students’ scholastic records. Prepares and grades examinations and other learning activities, participates in division and college assessment and program review processes. Uses assessment and evaluation results to improve instruction and student learning.
• Maintains office hours to assist and advise students to promote learning and personal development. Works with students outside the classroom on instructional activities and projects such as clubs, undergraduate research, and internships with business and industry. Develops and cultivates relationships with high school and university institutions to develop and promote transfer pathways for students.
• Remains current with new trends and developments in the field through technology, research, reading/studying the literature, attendance at conferences, courses, seminars, and/or workshops; develops and enhances knowledge of teaching and learning; participates in college and district activities, including department/division meetings, committees, workshops, and projects.
• Works with the faculty team to evaluate and select classroom materials; may participate in designing customized curriculum, materials, and activities; contributes to the academic life and mission of the college; demonstrates intercultural competence in interactions with students, staff, and the community; maintains a collegial team approach in collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree or higher in the teaching field.
• The following disciplines meet the requirements to teach in this field:
  Communication,…