Inspire Voices: Professor of Speech & Communication

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition-free classes for employees and

dependents

Innovative and student-focused

Campus teaching across multiple sites

Job summary

Arizona Western College seeks a dynamic Professor of Speech and Communication to inspire students to speak with confidence and engage meaningfully in classroom dialogue. The role emphasizes active teaching across campuses and modalities, with a focus on developing student communication skills.

The position requires advanced degrees or equivalent experience and a commitment to an engaging, student-centered academic environment. Join a collaborative community dedicated to helping students succeed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech or Communication or related field.
• 18 graduate hours in the discipline or equivalent.
• Bachelor's with industry license/certification and 3 years experience.
• Bachelor's with Arizona teaching certificate and 3 years teaching in the content area.
• Experience teaching in a community college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 15 equated load hours per semester, including preparation and exams.
• Develop and grade exams and assignments to evaluate student learning and progress.
• Maintain at least 5 office hours per week with direct student interaction.
• Support strategic planning initiatives and other duties as assigned.
• Teach across campuses and learning environments (in-person, online, hybrid, virtual).

Skills

Teaching

Student engagement

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Communication

18 graduate hours in discipline

Bachelor's degree with industry license/certification and 3 years experience

Bachelor's degree with Arizona teaching certificate and 3 years teaching

Community college teaching experience

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arizona Western College seeks a dynamic Professor of Speech and Communication to inspire students to speak with confidence and engage meaningfully in classroom dialogue. The role emphasizes active teaching across campuses and modalities, with a focus on developing student communication skills.

The position requires advanced degrees or equivalent experience and a commitment to an engaging, student-centered academic environment. Join a collaborative community dedicated to helping students succeed.