Adjunct Faculty - Communications (In Person teaching opportunity Elyria OH)

About the role

The Department of Arts & Humanities at Lorain County Community College is seeking applicants for the position of Communication Studies adjunct. Classes will be a combination of online and in-person platforms. The teaching load will primarily be for the basic Oral Communication course. Upon successful application the candidate may be considered for other Communication Studies classes as needed. Reporting to the Dean of Arts and Humanities and the Communication Studies Program Coordinator, the adjunct faculty will have a thorough understanding of public speaking, communication theory, small group communication, and interpersonal communication. Classes are located on the main campus in Elyria, OH.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering lectures
• Grading student assignments and speeches
• Maintaining attendance records
• Completing course assessments for student learning outcomes
• Submitting grades and other required documentation by specific deadlines
• Preparing materials such as syllabi and other course documents
• Availability to meet students outside of classroom hours
• Attending the annual convocation and communication faculty meetings in at the beginning of fall semester
• Using the on-line learning platform, Canvas, for grades and other course information
• Complying with all school, division and departmental policies

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Master’s degree in Communication, record of outstanding teaching in online and in-person platforms, and a commitment to student success.
• Preferred Qualifications: Teaching Experience at the Community College Level; familiarity with Canvas or other Learning Management Systems.

Requirements

Official Transcripts will be required upon hire. The complete application file should include: a cover letter detailing area(s) of expertise, an updated curriculum vitae (CV), unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate), and the contact information of three professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered.

Benefits

Candidate selected will be required to complete a background check prior to being hired.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The start date for this position is for fall term, August 24, 2026.