Adjunct Faculty - Communications

About the role

Ivy Tech Bloomington is seeking part‑time adjunct faculty to teach basic communication courses on campus, including Fundamentals of Public Speaking and Introduction to Interpersonal Communication. The position requires excellent communication skills, the ability to inspire students, and to create an impactful learning experience in a diverse collegiate environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engage with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Show evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interact with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.
• Conduct all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Requirements

Possess an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication from a regionally accredited institution; OR possess an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., rhetoric, linguistics, homiletics, law, theatre, public relations).

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience (preferred but not required).
• Experience with Canvas learning management system (preferred but not required).

Skills

Excellent communication skills; ability to inspire students and create an impactful learning experience; proficiency with instructional technology; strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities; commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program: No‑cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Ability to contribute pre‑tax or post‑tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings.
• Educational Benefits: Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

Pay

$46.75 per contact hour; adjuncts typically teach between 3 and 13 hours per week.

Schedule

On‑campus courses are scheduled for Mondays/Wednesdays and Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9 am‑11:50