.PT Faculty POOL - Communication Studies

Coast Community College District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in California is offering part-time faculty positions for qualified candidates. This role involves providing quality instruction to adult students in various subjects. Applicants must have a Master's degree in communication or related fields and possess a valid California Community College instructor credential. The position is part-time/temporary, with flexible hours, and is ideal for those committed to advancing educational goals in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Valid California Community College instructor credential appropriate to the subject.
• Master's degree required; Bachelor's degree combined with Master's in related fields accepted.
• Recent community college teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction as per established curriculum.
• Create an engaging teaching environment.
• Maintain professional conduct and fulfill teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of subject matter

Education

Master's degree in communication or related field

Bachelor's degree in drama, mass communication, or English

Job description

Definition

Part‑time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part‑time positions are as needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, online and/or off‑campus classes.

Minimum Qualifications

• a. Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990).
• b. Master's degree from an accredited institution in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication.
• c. Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a Master's degree in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English from an accredited institution.
• d. Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials.

Desirable Qualifications

• Recent community college or lower division teaching experience.
• Expertise and professional experience in field of course(s) to be taught.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is on a part‑time, temporary basis and contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCCD Board of Trustees. The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX.
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Salary

Based on LHE (Lecture Hour Equivalent) in accordance with the current Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is committed to employing qualified administrators, managers, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student learning and success. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.