Part Time Faculty – Communications

Excelsior University; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 1,136,520 - 1,618,680; Part time

Job summary

Excelsior University is seeking experienced, student-centered instructors for its part-time communications faculty pool. This hybrid position requires qualified applicants to teach public speaking and interpersonal communications courses.

Responsibilities include implementing courses, engaging with students, and providing feedback on student work. Qualified candidates should have a master’s degree in Communications or a related field and expertise in teaching in an online environment.

The compensation is $1,000 per credit hour per course with a commitment to supporting all students.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Communications or related field with graduate credits.
• Experience teaching communications in an asynchronous online environment.
• Student-centered teaching approach and commitment to student success.

Responsibilities

• Implement courses as designed by the University.
• Engage regularly with students via email and discussions.
• Provide timely feedback on student work.

Skills

Student-centered teaching approach

Experience teaching public speaking

Experience in asynchronous online environment

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Communications

Master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate credits in communications

Tools

Canvas learning management system

Job description

Job Overview

Excelsior University seeks experienced, student-centered instructors to join our part-time communications faculty pool. Applicants should clearly indicate their qualifications to teach both public speaking and interpersonal communications courses. This hybrid (St. Petersburg, FL) and remote online position requires part-time faculty to be assigned to course sections based on their qualifications, interest, performance, and course section availability.

Responsibilities

• Implement courses as designed by the University.
• Bring their own knowledge and expertise to bear on the subject matter.
• Engage regularly and substantively with students via email, announcements, and online discussion boards.
• Provide timely, high‑quality feedback on student work.
• Hold regular virtual office hours.
• Keep the department chair apprised of any student or course issues.
• Follow University policies.
• Complete University‑required training and attend required pre‑term meetings.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree or PhD in Communications or a master’s degree in a related field with at least 18 graduate credits in communications.
• Experience teaching communications (including public speaking) in an asynchronous online environment.
• Experience with the Canvas learning management system preferred.
• A student‑centered teaching approach.
• A commitment to supporting the success of all students, including those underserved by traditional higher education.

Compensation is provided at a rate of $1,000 per credit hour per course, with low‑enrollment courses paid at a directed study rate. The salary range reflects the University’s good faith estimate at the time of posting.

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Excelsior University is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic.