Adjunct Faculty Pool - Communications

Cleveland State Community College; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 757,680 - 826,560; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking qualified candidates for the Adjunct Faculty Pool in Communications. Instructors will be responsible for teaching and evaluating students in various formats. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Communications or related field and teaching experience. The role offers flexible teaching assignments based on course availability, with pay rates ranging from $550 to $600 per credit hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communications or related field required.
• Three years teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes recommended.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach classes based on outlined course descriptions.
• Maintain academic standards and classroom behavior.
• Evaluate students and communicate results in a timely manner.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Experience with hybrid/online teaching

Education

Master's degree in Communications

18 graduate semester hours in related fields

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Communications

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CLEVELAND STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE is accepting applications for the following position:

Instructors provide quality instruction for student learning and maintain a positive learning environment in the class. The major emphasis for instructors is on teaching and evaluating students in the course. Classes are taught in a variety of formats and at several different locations, as well as online. Instructors also communicate with students between classes and are responsible for several administrative duties such as reporting on academic activity and submitting final grades.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi and departmental guidelines.
• Beginning and ending all classes as scheduled and covering all relevant learning outcomes for each course.
• Maintaining academic standards and classroom behavior to ensure an environment conducive to learning, communicating with students weekly, and answering student emails in a timely manner.
• Evaluating students using a variety of methods and informing each student of scores received on each assessment in a timely manner.
• Using Cleveland State email for administrative purposes and responding to student questions via Cleveland State email in a timely manner.
• Meeting deadlines for all administrative requests such as submitting personnel paperwork, acknowledging contracts, academic activity and assessment reports, and final grades.
• Submitting requests through the department chair, program coordinator/director, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.

Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in Communications from a regionally accredited institution or Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours in any combination of related qualifying fields. Three years teaching experience preferred. Experience with alternative delivery instructional modes recommended – hybrid, online, interactive, etc.

Availability/Closing Date:

This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term‑by‑term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re‑apply each year.

Application packet should consist of a cover letter, a transcript, a resume/CV, and three references to be considered for an Adjunct Faculty position. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.

Adjunct faculty pay rates:

• Master's degree $550 per credit hour
• Master's plus 30 semester hours (ABD) $575 per credit hour
• Doctorate $600 per credit hour

If you are interested, click on the link to apply.

Contact:

Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423‑478‑6203; FAX: 423‑478‑6257
Email: [e-mail]
website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

Human Resources Office
Telephone: 423‑478‑6203; FAX: 423‑478‑6257
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.clevelandstatecc.edu

Cleveland State Community College is a TBR and EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs, and activities.