Communication Studies Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Madera Community College at Oakhurst

SCCCD International Education; Oakhurst (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

SCCCD International Education invites applications for a part-time Communication Studies Instructor pool. The role involves teaching a flexible schedule across face-to-face, online and hybrid formats, using a variety of instructional methods and technologies.

Applicants must demonstrate equity-minded practice and possess appropriate degrees or credentials for California community colleges, with equivalency considered where needed.

Qualifications

• Evidence of responsiveness to diverse backgrounds and equity-minded practice within the classroom.
• Master’s or equivalent in relevant fields or a credential allowing teaching in California community colleges.
• Equivalency may be petitioned if degrees do not exactly match.

Responsibilities

• Teach a part-time schedule of Communication Studies courses as assigned.
• Use varied pedagogies and instructional delivery systems including technology for face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff; maintain records and grading promptly.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Technology-enabled teaching

Education

Master's in Speech/Communication

Bachelor's in related field

California Community College Credential

Equivalency accepted

Job description

Position Title

Communication Studies Instructor (Part‑Time Faculty Pool)

Responsibilities

• Teaching a part‑time schedule of Communication Studies courses as assigned;
• Using a variety of pedagogies and integrating a wide range of instructional delivery systems including innovative and creative uses of technology for face‑to‑face, online, and/or hybrid formats;
• Communicating effectively with students, faculty and staff;
• Using effective teaching methods appropriate to the subject matter, in adherence to institutionally approved curriculum course outlines of record;
• Evaluating student progress through tests and examinations, written assignments, oral responses, etc. in keeping with course objectives;
• Providing course syllabi to students;
• Maintaining classroom records in accordance with District Policy;
• Turning in all required student grading and evaluation reports in a timely manner;
• Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including classes as needed;
• Otherwise fulfilling all of the duties and responsibilities of instructors as required by Administrative Regulation 7122;
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

All candidates must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity‑minded practice within the classroom; and

• 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
• A valid California Community College Credential; or
• The equivalent education and/or experience (requires an equivalency).

(Note: If the degrees posted on your transcript(s) do not match exactly as stated above, you must petition for equivalency.)

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience and skill incorporating elements of diversity, equity, and inclusion into all areas of responsibility;
• Recent experience working with African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Latinx, Native American, and other racially minoritized students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups in higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes;
• Willingness to examine and remediate one’s instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students;
• Related work and professional experience;
• Experience working with students of various cultural, gender, age, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds, students with disabilities;
• Experience working with traditionally underrepresented student populations, such as students of color and foster youth, and the ability to support students across sociocultural and socioeconomic diversities;
• Experience in facilitating multicultural and cross‑cultural communication with sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
• Experience with, and sensitivity to, under‑prepared and high‑need students at the community college;
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work collaboratively with faculty and staff to enhance instruction, curriculum, student learning support and student success;
• Demonstrated ability to work with computers, and other technologies, which are utilized in providing high‑quality instruction and support to students;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students and staff;
• Knowledge of current assessment methods and materials; and
• Knowledge of the community college and its mission and goals.

Salary and Benefits

• Newly hired part‑time faculty will be placed on step one (1) of the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule;
• All salary classification placements on the salary schedule will be based on education and experience (where applicable) as outlined in the Part‑Time Faculty Salary Classifications;
• Sick leave accrual is based on assignment hours.

For more information on salary and benefits, please refer to the SCCCD & SCFT Part‑Time Faculty Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

State Center Community College District is an equal‑opportunity employer. We pledge to treat all applicants fairly and equitably in the recruitment and selection process. SCCCD EEO Plan.

Contact Information

1171 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721
Phone: (559) 243‑7100