Instructor of Communication

Position Summary

The Instructor of Communication is responsible for the instruction of courses in the areas of communication and related courses for majors and non-majors district-wide. Full-time faculty members are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing quality instruction for a diverse student population and performing instructional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies, and procedures of the college.

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.

This job posting is open until filled. Applications are reviewed upon receipt.

Cochise College requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.

Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

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Teaches assigned Communication-related courses in accordance with the college’s workload policy; maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing regarding instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains, and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner

Develops new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, and laboratories for Communication courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates, assessment, and the construction of degree/certificate programs

Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful Communication program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality

Participates in Communication course scheduling, department, division, and college meetings; serves on college committees as assigned

Performs other related duties as assigned

Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.

Master’s degree in Communication, Speech, English, Journalism, or Marketing or a Master’s degree in any discipline plus 18 graduate hours in Communication, Speech, English, Journalism, or Marketing from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of…