Adjunct Professor of Journalism

Oklahoma City Community College; Oklahoma City (OK); Vor Ort; USD 6.800 - 9.700; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Oklahoma City Community College seeks an Adjunct Professor of Journalism to teach various journalism courses, engaging students through both in-person and online formats. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in a related field and possess proven journalism writing skills.

This position offers flexibility with teaching hours, including day, evening, and weekend schedule availability, and requires contributions to a safe educational environment.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Journalism, Broadcasting, Mass Communications, or a related field.
• Evidence of journalism writing proficiency through published articles.
• Experience with podcast production and digital content creation.

Aufgaben

• Plan and deliver high-quality instruction in approved courses.
• Develop clear course objectives and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provide timely feedback and support to students.

Kenntnisse

Journalism writing proficiency

Podcast production

Digital content creation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Flexible teaching style

Student success commitment

Learning and using programs like Moodle

Organization and attention to detail

Reliability and punctuality

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a journalism portfolio that includes at least three clips or examples of written work that demonstrate strengths and abilities in the field.

Position Information

Posting Number: Adjunct_0401938

Title: Adjunct Professor of Journalism

Classification Title: Adjunct Professor

Working Title: Adjunct Professor of Journalism

Annual Hours: As needed or assigned

Placement Range: $740 per Credit Hour

Position Type: Adjunct Faculty

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high‑quality instruction in courses approved by the chair or dean, including News Writing, Magazine Feature Writing, Writing for the Web, Introduction to Mass Communications, Video Production, Audio Production, Advertising, Principles of Public Relations, and Special Topics courses TBD.
• Develop clear course objectives, relevant class activities, effective presentations, equitable grading practices, and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Provide timely feedback and support to students, both in‑person and online.
• Participate in program assessment and student learning outcome evaluation.
• Respond promptly to information requests from program, division, and College administrators.
• Attend required department, division, and College meetings.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and acquire new knowledge and skills relevant to the discipline.
• Fulfill special assignments agreed upon with administration.
• Contribute to the College’s vision, mission, goals, and priorities.
• Teach courses that may be offered online, via Zoom, on campus, or concurrently at local high schools (travel may be required).

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Journalism, Broadcasting, Mass Communications, or a closely related field.
• Evidence of journalism writing proficiency through published articles.
• Experience with podcast production and digital content creation.
• Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Flexible teaching style adaptable to individual learning styles.
• Commitment to student success and attainment of college education.
• Willingness to learn and use computer programs such as Moodle.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous community college teaching experience.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Work will be conducted in classroom and office environments.

Work Schedule

Day, evening, and/or weekend hours as required by section assignment.

Health & Safety

• Adhere to Board of Regents and College policies and procedures.
• Contribute to a safe educational and working environment.
• Follow established safety and health procedures; complete quarterly training.
• Participate in emergency drills and assist in response to health or safety emergencies.

Additional Information

This position is open until filled; no expiry date specified.

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