Adjunct Professor, Speech (Applicant Pool 2026-2027)

Collin College; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College is looking for a part-time instructor to deliver engaging coursework in accordance with college policies. The role involves teaching on-site at various campuses and entails a commitment to the college's core values.

Candidates must possess a master's degree in the required discipline or equivalent qualifications and have a proven desire for teaching. Responsibilities include preparing course materials and fulfilling other duties as deemed necessary by the college.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in discipline or related field.
• At least 18 graduate hours in the qualifying field.
• Experience in teaching or similar positions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver coursework in engaging ways.
• Teach courses following approved syllabi.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication Skills

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Education

Master's degree in discipline or 18 graduate hours

Job description

Primary Location

3452 Spur 399, McKinney, Texas, 75069

Job Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline‑appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college's core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off‑site locations and may include evening and weekend programs.
• Collin College is not hiring for online instruction at this time. May include Dual Credit courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

In accordance with Texas Education Code §51.992, this position is designated for in‑person work at a campus or other location of Collin College. Remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except under specific circumstances defined by law, including temporary illness, approved distance education assignments, or other narrow statutory exceptions. All candidates should expect to perform duties on‑site.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in discipline/qualifying field or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/qualifying field.
• Teaching experience is desired.
• Fields of study: Speech Communications; Interpersonal Communication; Communication Theory; Communication Studies; Public Address and Communication.
• This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional background check requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD.

Employment Type and Compensation

Employment Type: Part time. Compensation: Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law. All applicants (internal and external) applying for faculty positions must attach a copy of their qualifying transcripts. Faculty applications that do not have the appropriate transcripts attached will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

Additional Policies

• Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non‑exempt) is designated by position.
• Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.