PT Instructor / Adjunct Faculty Mass Communications

About the role

Reporting to the Department Head, Mass Communications and Digital Technology.

Responsibilities

• Teaching a variety of introductory and upper-level undergraduate mass communications courses.
• Teaching flexibility is highly desired.
• Teaching load is up to 15 credit hours per semester (full-time); may have release time to conduct research or other duties.
• Adjunct teaching load is up to 9 credit hours per semester; Adjuncts are not eligible for release time.
• Using technology in the classroom and teaching online courses as needed.
• Developing, maintaining, and submitting accurate, timely, and complete records (attendance, assignments, grades, end of course notebooks, etc.).
• Sharing academic and student resource information (when applicable).
• Effectively managing the classroom environment.
• Maintaining professional scholarship.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Earned MA in Mass Communications or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning; Ph.D./DBA preferred.
• Significant professional/entrepreneurial experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated understanding and strong commitment to cultural diversity.

Qualifications

• Must possess the minimum credential standards of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which normally includes at least 18 graduate semester credit hours in the subject area or suitable approved justifications.

Skills

• Philosophy consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the organization.
• Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in the organization, decision-making, problem-solving, and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.