Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Oral Communication

Sauk Valley Community College; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Part time

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Job summary

Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Oral Communication to teach an on-campus daytime section of COM 131. The instructor will deliver engaging lectures, labs, or activities in alignment with SVCC's philosophy and program goals.

Qualifications include a Master's degree in the discipline with at least 18 graduate credit hours, plus prior community college teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline is required.
• At least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Prior experience teaching in a community college environment preferred.
• Background checks are required for all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction for on-campus, daytime COM 131 Introduction to Oral Communication.
• Report directly to the Dean of Transfer Programs (or appropriate Academic Dean).
• Follow the College philosophy and objectives in planning, structuring, and teaching courses.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.

Education

Master's degree in the discipline

18 graduate credit hours in the discipline

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Opportunities

Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC), a comprehensive community college located in a picturesque rural setting, invites applications from innovative and experienced educators for an Adjunct Faculty - Introduction to Oral Communication opening. We are seeking instructors to contribute to our dynamic academic programs. This is for an on-campus/in-person daytime section of SVCC's COM 131 Introduction to Oral Communication.

About Sauk Valley Community College

Located in rural northwestern Illinois, along the scenic Rock River between the cities of Dixon and Sterling, SVCC offers a unique and welcoming teaching environment. The College is strategically located just one hour from Rockford and the Quad Cities and two hours west of Chicago.

A link to our comprehensive employee benefits package is provided below.

• Benefits Information: https://www.svcc.edu/employees/opportunities/benefits.html

The Adjunct Faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction and reports directly to the Dean of Transfer Programs (or appropriate Academic Dean, depending on discipline).

• To be mindful of the philosophy and objectives of the College and use them as guidelines in planning, structuring, and teaching courses.
• Deliver engaging and effective classroom, lab, or clinical instruction tailored to the specific discipline.
• Foster a supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success.

We are seeking dedicated educators committed to student achievement.

• Education: A Master's degree in the discipline or Master's degree in relevant field and at least 18 earned graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Experience: Prior experience teaching in a community college environment is preferred.
• Background Check: All applicants will be subject to standard background checks.

Sauk Valley Community College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in all employee and student relations. No person on the basis of race, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, sex, genetic information, creed, religion, color, marital or parental status or family responsibilities, veteran status, age, national origin, membership in any professional group, organization or association, socioeconomic status, or mental or physical disability is discriminated against, which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial assistance, placement, recruitment, educational programs, and activities. Students admitted from a foreign country are expected to take the TOEFL exam. A minimum level of competency on the TOEFL exam is part of the consideration of admission. For students who reside in the United States, a lack of English skills is not a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs. Violation of this policy on the basis of sex is also governed by the Sexual Misconduct Procedures. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Director of Human Resources.