Adjunct Faculty, Communication

Stevenson University; Maryland; On-site; USD 1,640,721 - 1,913,486; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for the Communication Department. The candidate will be responsible for teaching courses and engaging in instructional activities. Requirements include a Master’s degree in Communication or related discipline and strong commitment to quality teaching. Experience in college-level instruction is preferred. This position offers a flexible teaching schedule and aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for teaching in Communication.
• Two years of college teaching experience preferred.
• Ph.D. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per year.
• Create syllabi and maintain competencies in subjects being taught.
• Respond to student feedback and complete required professional development.

Skills

Knowledge of theories of communication

Demonstrated teaching ability

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Communication or related discipline

Tools

Blackboard or similar learning management system

Job description

Find Your Role: We strive to achieve an environment and an atmosphere that supports, challenges, and inspires every individual on campus. Learn how the Stevenson Way makes this effort possible and how you can become part of a great place to work.

Department School of Design, Arts, and Communication: Communication

Position Summary

Adjunct faculty at Stevenson University will engage in teaching activities in accordance with the University’s faculty workload policies. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching courses in the Communication Department.

Education/Experience

Master’s degree in Communication, Speech or related discipline and a strong commitment to quality teaching. Two years of college related teaching experience preferred. Ph.D. preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability

• Knowledge of theories of communication
• Demonstrated teaching ability in introductory and advanced Communication, such as public speaking, interpersonal, nonverbal, and/or intercultural communication.
• Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help graduate and/or undergraduate students to develop professionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and practice inclusive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching, and a commitment to student achievement.
• Ability to assess student performance and learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with educational assessment practices
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Experience working with Blackboard or a similar learning management system.
• Well-developed organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to travel between campuses.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time.

Essential Functions

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year (August through May), with no more than 9 contact hours taught in an individual semester.
• Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or hybrid or online courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations and projects; providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
• Other responsibilities include writing syllabi; reading and responding to emails promptly; grading course work within a time frame that enables the student to incorporate feedback on their next assignment; timely submission of mid-term and final grades, attendance verification, academic alerts, and other reports as requested; and alerting appropriate university personnel to student problems on a timely basis.
• Respond to student feedback for each course and complete training or professional development as required by the University.
• Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public. Follow all faculty and program policies outlined by the School and the University.
• Every faculty member is guaranteed academic freedom in accordance with the statement on academic freedom and responsibilities of faculty members, as set forth in the Stevenson University Policies.
• Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, online or hybrid classes.
• Meeting classes for the full class time during the scheduled dates and times is expected.

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date

If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date 08/18/2025

Ending Date

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Payroll

Payroll Monthly

Hiring Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $1,191-$1,389 per credit/contact hour (subject to minimum enrollment)

Recruitment Instructions

Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/17/2025

Closing Date/Application Deadline

Open Until Filled No

EEO Statement

EOE /AA Employer of Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your highest level of education?
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
  • Currently Pursing a Doctoral Degree
  • None
• Do you have college level teaching experience?
  • No Response
  • 1 - 3 years
  • 4 - 6 years
  • Greater than 6 years
  • Graduate Assistant teaching experience
  • None