Adjunct Instructor Communication Studies (Temporary)

Contra Costa Community College District; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 178,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Job summary

Contra Costa Community College District seeks adjunct instructors for Fall 2027 at the San Ramon Campus to teach Introduction to Communication and other Communication courses in person, hybrid, and online. Training in online teaching via 4CD’s BEOI or equivalent is required.

Applicants should hold a Master’s in communication-related fields or a combination as specified, and be prepared to teach across modalities, including in-person classes.

Qualifications

• Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies or organizational communication.
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above and Master’s in drama/theatre arts, mass communication or English.
• OR the equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum and class schedules.
• Creating and maintaining a learning environment that encourages discussion and critical thinking.
• Evaluating student progress and grades; meeting with students outside of class.
• Maintaining professional conduct and current knowledge in subject areas.
• Fulfilling responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member and maintaining records.

Skills

Teaching Communication

Education

Master’s in Communication Studies or related field

Bachelor’s in related field + Master’s in drama/theatre arts, mass communication or English

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Title

Special Instructions to Applicants

Description of Position

Both the San Ramon and Pleasant Hill Campuses of Diablo Valley College are seeking instructors for classes starting in Fall 2027 and for their Communication Studies adjunct instructor pools. Successful applicants will have an ability to and enthusiasm for teaching Introduction to Communication and other Communication courses in the DVC catalog in a mix of modalities – 100% in-person, hybrid, and online. In particular, candidates should be able to teach in-person classes.

Successful applicants will need to successfully complete an approved training in online teaching by either enrolling in 4CD’s Becoming an Effective Online Instructor ( BEOI ) course in Spring or Summer of 2027 or by submitting proof of completion of an equivalent training.

Inquiries

Recruitment Type

Faculty

Location

San Ramon Campus

Posting Number

F01368

# of Openings

Pool

Adjunct instructor classroom faculty pay rate is $77.87-$128.97 per hour (up to $151.16).

Position Status

Temporary

EEO Job Category

Faculty & Other Instructional Staff

Employee Group

Part-Time Faculty

Department

S4720-Applied Arts and Social Sciences

Duties and Responsibilities

• providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
• creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
• evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
• meeting with students outside of class;
• maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
• fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
• maintaining accurate academic records;
• performing other related duties as assigned.

Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication

Education Requirements

• Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication
• OR Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English
• OR the equivalent

The disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. A Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (MA or MS).

If the title(s) of your degree major(s) listed on your unofficial transcripts or other documents from the degree-granting institutions are not an EXACT MATCH to the degrees listed below, you MUST submit an equivalency form. Without it, your application will not be considered. The equivalency form can be downloaded here . In addition to responding to the required Supplemental Questions below, please upload the following required documents:

• Any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred).
• Résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position and
• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position.

Contra Costa Community College District follows all relevant local, state, federal, and CDC guidance related to COVID -19.

License/Certificates/Credentials

Desirable Qualifications

Ph.D. or Master’s in Communication Studies.

Ability to and interest in teaching Communication courses listed in the DVC catalog, especially Introduction to Public Speaking, but also other courses, like COMM 180 Intro to Communication Theory.

Ability to and interest in teaching Communication courses in a mix of modalities (100% in‑person, hybrid, and online). In particular, we are looking for candidates who can teach in‑person classes.

Ability to and interest in working with students of diverse backgrounds, including students from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, students from first‑generation families, and adult students returning to college.

Ability to and interest in teaching students in DVC’s dual enrollment programs with local high schools.

Job Open Date

10/20/2026

Job Close Date

12/31/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Employment Begins

Fall 2027

# of Months

5

Employee Benefits

• Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.
• Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.
• Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).
• Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits): https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2022-2025%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits): https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

ALL APPLICANTS , INCLUDING CURRENT CONTRA COSTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT EMPLOYEES , MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS .

The disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. A Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (MA or MS).

If the title(s) of your degree major(s) listed on your unofficial transcripts or other documents from the degree-granting institutions are not an EXACT MATCH to the degrees listed below, you MUST submit an equivalency form. Without it, your application will not be considered. The equivalency form can be downloaded here . In addition to responding to the required Supplemental Questions below, please upload the following required documents:

• Any/all undergraduate and graduate unofficial transcripts (must show degree and the date degree was conferred).
• Résumé including information regarding preparation and experience relevant to the position and
• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position.

Contra Costa Community College District follows all relevant local, state, federal, and CDC guidance related to COVID -19.

Selection Process

Applications will be screened to ensure the applicant meets the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement.

1. The applications, cover letters, answers to required supplemental questions, resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and other supporting materials submitted by all qualified applicants will be reviewed by a screening committee. Those who are deemed to possess the highest degree of desirable qualifications will be invited to the college at their own expense.
2. During the campus visit, each applicant will be interviewed and may be asked to conduct a demonstration appropriate to the discipline. Selected interviewees may be invited to present an entire lecture in front of a class. Responses to the interview questions and demonstration will be rated by the interview committee.
3. Based upon the overall rating, a small number of applicants will be invited at their own expense to the campus for an interview with the college president and vice president of instruction.
4. After consultation with the interview committee, the college president will make the final recommendation for employment to the chancellor and the governing board of the Contra Costa Community College District.
5. Upon hire, the successful candidate must meet the conditions of employment. Finalists must provide verification of transcripts. TB assessment, fingerprinting/conviction clearance and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement

All foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. Two local firms that provide this service are International Education Research Foundation [phone] www.ierf.org and Educational Records Evaluation Service [phone] www.eres.com . Credits previously accepted by an accredited institution will be accepted with no further evaluation. It is the applicant’s responsibility to arrange and pay for the foreign degree evaluation. Please upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position. We cannot accept evaluations after the closing date.

Request For Reasonable Accommodation

Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date. Candidates will be required to supply documentation supporting the need for the accommodation when the request is made. Please complete the forms provided in the links above and email to [e-mail]

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Tell us how you meet the minimum job qualifications: A) Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication OR B)Bachelor’s in any of the above AND Master’s in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English OR C) the equivalent. If the title(s) of your degree major(s) listed on your unofficial transcripts or other documents from the degree‑granting institutions are not an EXACT MATCH to the degrees listed below, you MUST submit an equivalency form in the attachment section of the online application. (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)

Optional Documents

• Application for Equivalency
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Unofficial Transcript 4
• Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)

Contra Costa Community College District

District Office

500 Court Street

Martinez, CA 94553

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