Adjunct Faculty-Non-Union Media Communication

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative and collaborative educational institution is seeking a part-time Media Communication Adjunct Instructor to inspire and guide students in their academic journey. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students in a dynamic learning environment, focusing on critical thinking and the integration of new technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in media production and editing, along with a passion for teaching and empowering students. Join a committed team dedicated to fostering academic excellence and supporting students in achieving their career aspirations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant media experience required.
• 1-3 years of college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and prepare course materials for students.
• Evaluate and grade student work, facilitating classroom discussions.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Critical Thinking Development

Student Motivation

Classroom Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AVID Pro Tools

Audacity

Adobe Audition

Logic

Microsoft Office

Blackboard

Brightspace

Job description

ADJUNCT FACULTY PART-TIME

MEDIA COMMUNICATION
KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE

Kennedy-King College seeks an innovative, collaborative Media Communication Adjunct Instructor to provide superior instruction to our students. Successful candidates will have experience teaching courses to a college-level audience, and be able to effectively demonstrate their commitment to developing critical thinking and learning strategies in these disciplines. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to help CCC students meet their academic and career goals!

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing instruction during scheduled class time
• Holding office hours for student conferences and other instructional support needs
• Prepping course materials, evaluative student work/performance, logging student participation (i.e. attendance), etc.
• Participating in various dept. and or college-wide activities or committees
• Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to students on topics on current and relevant experience in television, radio, video, audio, and digital media editing, creation, production, dissemination
• Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
• Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
• Demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed
• Required to post your syllabi on Blackboard and to enter your final grades online in PeopleSoft.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s required, portfolio review, and at least 5 years of current and relevant experience in television, radio, video, audio, and digital media editing, creation, production, dissemination.
• 1-3 years of college-level course instruction.
• You must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment to integrating new technologies in the learning process and the ability to inspire, motivate and empower students to succeed.
• Familiarity with learning management platforms (i.e. Brightspace, D2L etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Familiar with SMART Board Technology and other presentation aides

SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Proficient in current version of AVID Pro Tools, Audacity, Adobe Audition, and Logic preferred. Ability to stay current with Industry trends.

City Colleges of Chicago is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer

Thank you for your interest in CCC!