Adjunct Instructor-Mass Communication

NCCU Public Administration

Durham (NC)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Job summary

North Carolina Central University (NCCU) in Durham, NC invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Mass Communication. The role involves teaching assigned courses, preparing syllabi, and guiding students through assignments and assessments.

Responsibilities include setting grading policies, using Canvas, reporting grades, and participating in peer reviews and department assessment efforts. NCCU fosters excellence and community impact while supporting work-life balance for faculty.

Qualifications

Master's degree in mass communication or related field required.
Experience teaching at the university level preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Knowledge of curriculum design, assessment, and instructional strategies.

Responsibilities

Set up assignments and grading policies for assigned courses.
Create course syllabi and determine course objectives.
Learn and utilize the University’s Canvas course management system.
Report midterm and final grades by specified deadlines.
Communicate course issues to the department chair promptly.
Participate in annual peer-teaching reviews and assessment activities.
Assist with department assessment efforts and SRI surveys.
Engage students to support learning and inclusivity.

Skills

Curriculum design

Teaching methods

Outcome measurement

Media production

Learning strategies

Professional development

Written communication

Office hours

Education

Master's degree in mass communication

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.

Position Information

Working Title Adjunct Instructor-Mass Communication Position Number FA9976 Appointment Type By semester: Fall FTE 1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The mission of the Department of Mass Communication is to prepare students for careers and study in mass communication. The department offers engaged learning, student media and research experiences and connections to professional practice opportunities. The department values the comprehensive preparation of graduates with a strong foundation in the ethical, practical, and theoretical aspects of the field that foster an appreciation for the varied perspectives and backgrounds that enrich our global society.

Primary Purpose of Position

The adjunct instructor will be responsible for teaching courses in the department as assigned. The responsibilities of instructors include teaching, evaluation, and other instruction-related duties and responsibilities that help the department achieve its mission and meet the goals of the University, including the following:

Setting up assignments
Setting up grading policies and procedures
Creating the course syllabus
Learning the University’s Canvas course management system
Reporting midterm and final grades by specified deadlines
Communicating problems in your courses to the department chair
Receiving annual peer-teaching reviews
Contributing to department assessment efforts
Having students complete Student Ratings of Instruction (SRI) surveys each semester

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design in mass communication or related fields as appropriate to the assigned course(s).
Knowledge of appropriate strategies for teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
Knowledge of appropriate strategies for the measurement of instructional outcomes.
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
An understanding of appropriate learning strategies as well as problem-solving and organizational skills.
Willingness to engage in teaching-related professional development activities.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain office hours as required.

Minimum Education/Experience

Master's degree in mass communication or communication is required. A master's degree in a closely related academic field may be considered if the degree provides a foundation for an extensive record of professional achievement and significant professional experience in mass communication, speech communication, and/or digital and new media, as appropriate to the assigned course(s).

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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