Part-Time Faculty - Communications Prison Program Continuous Applicant Pool

Imperial Valley College; California (MO); On-site; USD 86,788 - 119,851; Part time

Job summary

Imperial Valley College seeks a Part-Time Faculty member for its Communications Prison Program in California. The incumbent will deliver instruction in accordance with approved curriculum, prepare classes, assess student learning outcomes, and maintain accurate records.

This role emphasizes engagement with a diverse student body and promoting inclusive teaching practices. The position requires a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in related fields and a commitment to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field or a combination as specified.
• Diversity sensitivity and inclusion awareness are required.

Responsibilities

• Teach in accordance with Imperial Valley College curriculum and course outlines, as assigned.
• Conduct classes, prepare lessons, evaluate students, develop syllabi, assess learning outcomes, and perform related duties.
• Maintain and submit accurate records (grades, attendance, syllabi) by published deadlines.
• Uphold professional conduct and ethics for the position.
• Advise students on academic matters.
• Maintain competency in the field.

Education

Master's degree in speech, speech broadcasting, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication, or organizational communication

Bachelor's degree in any of the above fields AND a Master’s degree in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English; or the equivalent

Diversity sensitivity to AB 1725, 87360a backgrounds

Job description

Part-Time Faculty - Communications Prison Program Continuous Applicant Pool

Salary: $75.00 Hourly

Job Type: Part-Time Faculty

Job Number: PTF-COMMSPP

Closing: Continuous

Location: California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation (Calipatria & Centinela Locations), CA

Division: Arts & Letters/Learning Services

Representative Duties

Basic Functions

Under the direction of the appropriate Dean, this position is a part-time temporary instructional faculty assignment. This role is best suited for an exceptionally motivated candidate who demonstrates genuine interest in engaging with a diverse student body and possesses a deep‑seeded passion for fostering academic growth and knowledge. Your commitment to creating an environment that actively promotes diversity and inclusion will be a fundamental cornerstone in this role. This position provides a unique chance to leave a lasting impact on our diverse academic community.

• Provide instruction in accordance with approved Imperial Valley College curriculum and established course outlines and as assigned based on the needs of the college.
• Conduct classes, prepare classes, evaluate students, develop course syllabi, assess and evaluate student learning outcomes, and perform other related duties.
• Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines (i.e., grades, syllabi, attendance reports).
• Maintain standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.
• Advise students on academic matters.
• Maintain competency in the field.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech, speech broadcasting, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication, or organizational communication.
• OR Bachelor's degree in any of the above fields AND a Master’s degree in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English; or the equivalent.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socio‑economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (AB 1725, 87360a).

EEO Information

Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

The Imperial Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and will implement a comprehensive program to put those principles into practice. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, political or organizational affiliation, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will strive to achieve a workforce that is welcoming to men, women, persons with disabilities and individuals from all ethnic and other groups to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment. Such an environment fosters cooperation, acceptance, democracy and free expression of ideas.