Adjunct Faculty, Speech

EICC; Davenport (IA); In loco; USD 8900 - 11.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in Davenport is seeking two part-time adjuncts to teach college-level speech courses at Davenport High Schools, in-person on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from Jan 19, 2027 to May 14, 2027. Applicants must hold a Master’s in Speech or Communications and be ready to assess learning outcomes with excellence in teaching and service.

Retirees may earn $1,000 per course hour. Salary is $800 per course hour for regular adjuncts, with credentials and classroom

Competenze

• Master’s degree in Speech or Communications or a related field is required.
• Ability to teach college-level Speech courses and assess learning outcomes.
• Professional teaching excellence and service aligned with the college mission.

Mansioni

• Teaches courses in accordance with established outcomes and uses appropriate instructional delivery methods.
• Participates in curriculum design and revision to maintain currency.
• Maintains a clear syllabus and posts it in the LMS.
• Communicates course objectives, policies, and assessment methods to students.
• Evaluates and records student performance in the LMS and provides feedback.
• Maintains office hours and supports student success with advising resources.

Conoscenze

Speech/Communications

Teaching

Course Assessment

Formazione

Master's degree in Speech or Communications

Descrizione del lavoro

Welcome to Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. We are so glad you are here.

We are seeking 2 part-time (adjuncts) to teach college-level courses at Davenport High Schools, in-person Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Jan 19. 2027 – May 14, 2027. This role is responsible for teaching speech courses and assessing learning outcomes. Must be professional and demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

$800 per course hour, $1000 per course hour for EICC retirees Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Speech or Communications or master’s degree with at least 12 GSH in a combination of the qualifying fields that provide a foundation in the specific subject matter being taught Drama/Theater, English, Homiletics, Linguistics, Mass Media, Speech Pathology, and/or Rhetoric is required (a minimum of 6 credits must be from Speech or Communications.)

Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary $800 per course hour, $1000 per course hour for EICC retirees

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in accordance with outcomes identified in the established course development model. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery systems.
• Participates in the design of appropriate courses and programs of instruction. Utilizes appropriate process to maintain currency of curriculum and collaborates in the development and revision of curriculum as needed.
• Demonstrates satisfactory preparation and meets with classes as scheduled.
• Demonstrates rapport with students.
• Establishes a clear and accurate syllabus for each class within the approved syllabus template. Posts syllabus in district’s learning management system.
• Communicates course objectives, instructional processes, evaluation policies and methods, and attendance policies to students.
• Utilizes instruction consistent with course syllabus and objectives. Uses effective and appropriate instructional delivery systems.
• Evaluates and records student performance and achievement on a regular basis in the district’s learning management system and provides feedback to students.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate office hours to assist students and provide feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to assist student success in the classroom and meet recommended student/ instructional accommodations as required.
• Monitors and communicates with students about academic progress. Collaborates with advising by monitoring student progress and referring at-risk students using early alert tools and/or other mechanisms. Maintains accurate attendance reports and delivers timely 4-week progress grades, midterm grades, and final grades.
• Participates in outcomes assessment measurements adopted by EICCD . Plans and implements learning strategies appropriate for meeting student outcomes. Analyzes results of planning and teaching and make appropriate revisions.

Depending on arrangement, a schedule will be organized between the hiring manager and adjunct employee – Assignments may include alternative delivery methods, evening courses, and multiple sites.

Must demonstrate excellence in teaching and service. Must demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of the community college.

EICC Non-Discrimination Statement

It is the policy of Eastern Iowa Community College District not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status, as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.). If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact EICC’s Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Equity Coordinator, Eastern Iowa Community College District, 101 West Third Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801, 563-336-5222, [e-mail] or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone]. FAX : [phone]; TDD : 800-877-8339 or Email: OCR [e-mail]

Posting Number

Posting Number F157P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 2

Open Date

Open Date 09/21/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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