Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer-Spring 2027

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio seeks a part-time Lecturer in Communication Arts for Spring 2027 to teach undergraduate film courses.

Applicants must hold a Master’s Degree in Communication or a related field, or a Bachelor’s Degree with four years of related experience; one year of professional digital media production experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Communication or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in Communication or related field with an additional four years of required experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree.
• At least one year of professional work experience in digital media/video production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; deliver interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely assessments for assigned courses.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn (1 hour per 3-hour class).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and maintain timely record keeping and fair evaluation of student performance.
• Maintain respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students inside and outside the classroom.
• Stay in contact with the department chair and participate in meetings as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Media production

Instructional technology

Flexible scheduling

Teaching in diverse environments

Policy compliance

Education

Master's Degree in Communication

Bachelor's Degree + 4 years experience

Job description

Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer-Spring 2027

UIW Mission

Position Summary

The Department of Communication Arts in the School of Media & Design is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Communication Arts Lecturer for spring 2027. Position will teach undergraduate courses in film.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the Spring 2027 semester.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties

1. Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
2. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
3. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
4. Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
5. Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
6. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
7. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge in media production and communication to teach at the undergraduate level.
• Ability to deliver instruction online-ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, theConference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master's Degree in Communication or related field. Note that a Bachelor's Degree in Communication or related field with an additional four (4) years of required experience will be considered in lieu of Master's Degree.

Required Work Experience

At least one (1) year of professional work experience in digital media/video production, ideally in areas such as television programs, live events, news, sports, social media, strategic communication, and media and culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the college level.
• PhD in Communication or related field.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified

Work Hours

Based on course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Posting Number: UN1070PO

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Reports To: Communication Arts Dept Chair

Salary: $4,000 per lecture course

Open Date: 10/12/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the Spring 2027 semester.

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).