Instructor

Delaware Technical Community College; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Technical Community College invites applications for an instructor in communications. The role involves teaching across essential creative and media platforms, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, as well as instruction on professional camera equipment and production tools.

The position emphasizes in‑person delivery, curricular development, and student success. The incumbent develops curricula, delivers courses per syllabi, evaluates learning, and supports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Four years of relevant experience required.
• New Faculty Development Program during probation recommended.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and instruct courses with engaging strategies.
• Deliver curricula aligned with syllabi and program outcomes.
• Maintain student records and assess progress in a timely manner.
• Advise students and support retention and success.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet program goals and accreditation.

Skills

Curriculum development

Student advising

Classroom management

Assessment of learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video production tools

Job description

The successful candidate will teach communications across essential creative and media‑production platforms, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop. Additionally, the instructor will teach the use of professional camera equipment, including DSLR cameras, tripods, microphones, and related production tools, ensuring students gain real‑world experience in both field and studio environments.

Salary Determined by Education and Experience

Classification Information

Classification Title

Classification Title Instructor

Job Code

Job Code 2001 (FT), 2501 (PT)

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Position Pay Grade

Position Pay Grade Salary Plan A (FT), Salary Plan C (PT)

Summary Statement

An incumbent is responsible for developing and enhancing curricula, delivering assigned courses consistent with syllabi, evaluating student learning, and fostering student success. Delaware Tech specializes in delivering in-person, career and technical education that prepares students for in‑demand careers and meets local workforce and community needs. Consistent with the College’s mission to promote equitable outcomes through inclusive, high‑quality education and holistic support, the ability to provide instruction and student‑centered services on campus is an essential function of this position.

Nature and Scope

An incumbent in this class typically reports to the Dean of Instruction through an Instructional Director, Department Chairperson or Program Coordinator. An incumbent is expected to plan, organize, and instruct in a manner to promote and direct successful student learning in keeping with the College’s values and goals.

Principal Accountabilities

• 1. Plans, organizes, and instructs courses as assigned by the Department Chairperson/supervisor, utilizing effective and engaging instructional strategies, the learning management system ( LMS ), appropriate communication, classroom management, leadership skills, and instructional/educational technology to promote student success. A regular teaching load for full‑time instructors consists of 15 contact hours per week, unless otherwise modified by the Department Chairperson/Dean.
• 2. Demonstrates best practices in instruction and classroom management that respond to students’ diverse academic needs.
• 3. Uses instructional technology including multimedia to meet students’ learning needs and achieve the objectives of the academic program/College.
• 4. Assists or leads in planning and/or developing new curriculum and courses, as assigned by the Department Chairperson/Dean. Evaluates and revises existing curriculum and courses as part of routine evaluation processes and/or as assigned. Contributes to program review. (applicable to full‑time instructors only)
• 5. Participates in the planning and implementation of Student Learning Outcomes Assessment ( SLOA ). (applicable to full‑time instructors only)
• 6. Serves as an advisor for students, utilizing effective advisement strategies, documenting advising notes in the Student Information System, and leveraging other advisement tools – including key performance indicators (KPI’s) to promote student retention and progression. (applicable to full‑time instructors only)
• 7. Assists students toward the successful completion of course(s) which the instructor is teaching by providing outreach, guidance, feedback, supplemental instruction, tutoring, and other approved forms of academic support.
• 8. Makes oneself accessible and available to assist students. Full‑time instructors provide a minimum of six (6) posted student hours per week.
• 9. Maintains adequate and timely student records (e. g. grades are posted in the Learning Management System in a timely fashion). Evaluates and reports students’ progress and attendance in a timely manner.
• 10. Works as a team member with other faculty and staff across the College to facilitate College and academic program operations and achieve strategic goals and objectives. Full‑time instructors provide guidance to new and adjunct faculty as assigned.
• 11. Assists in attaining and maintaining program accreditation. (applicable to full‑time instructors only)
• 12. Continues professional development/growth and a commitment to continuous improvement as an instructor. Remains current within his/her academic field/discipline.
• 13. Participates in departmental/campus/College meetings and serves on campus or collegewide committees. Participates in advisory committee meetings and other College and student‑related activities. Full‑time instructors advise student clubs and organizations as assigned.
• 14. Participates in developing and implementing policies, objectives, and/or functions in accordance with the philosophy of the College. Areas include, but are not limited to departmental program planning, marketing, budget development, and public relations.
• 15. Provides support for operations, events, processes that directly enhance recruitment, enrollment/registration, advisement, transfer, and graduate employment, as assigned. Contributes to student success across these areas, ensuring efforts are aligned with the College’s mission to support students in completing and transitioning successfully to the workforce and/or further education.
• 16. Participates in day, evening, and weekend program staffing, as requested.
• 17. Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective and engaging instructional techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of relevant subject matter in the incumbent’s discipline/department.
• Knowledge and understanding of competency‑based learning.
• Ability to develop and use teaching strategies that will promote successful learning by addressing different learning needs.
• Ability to use assessment to enhance learning.
• Ability to understand, evaluate, and appropriately use of instructional technology, including emerging digital tools that reflect evolving workforce demands.
• Ability to form an inclusive environment that respects diverse talents and ways of learning.
• Ability to understand and maintain a commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to foster inclusive communication and build relationships across diverse populations, contributing to a culture of equity and belonging.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.
• Four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Full‑time instructors must complete the New Faculty Development Program ( NFDP ) during the one‑year probationary period to ensure understanding of the College’s mission and preparation to instruct community college students with various academic backgrounds.
• Rev. 01/23/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number REG5212PO

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 01/04/2027

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Open Date 11/02/2026

Close Date

Close Date 11/17/2026

Open Until Filled No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document
• Multi Media
• First Letter of Reference

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