PTI/Adjunct Instructor for Basic Public Speaking

Texas A&M University; Gold Canyon (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans

Optional retirement savings

Paid leave programs

13-15 paid holidays each year

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking Adjunct Instructors for Basic Public Speaking. Responsibilities include teaching courses, conducting classes per syllabus, and supporting students. A Master's degree in Communication is required.

The role offers comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings options, and paid leave programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with focus on communication.
• Experience teaching public speaking.
• Demonstrated professional growth through continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–6 credits per semester on campus.
• Conduct classes according to the syllabus.
• Support students and maintain grades in LMS.

Skills

Teaching public speaking

Proficiency with teaching technologies

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Communication or related field

18 graduate hours in speech or oral communications

MA in Speech, Oral Communication or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Communication department is seeking applications for Adjunct Instructors for Basic Public Speaking. This course introduces students to the application of communication theory and practice to public speaking, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–6 credits per semester on campus between 8am and 5pm.
• Provide classroom instruction for Basic Public Speaking courses.
• Conduct each class according to the approved syllabus.
• Utilize the approved textbook and/or other instructional materials as approved.
• Be fully prepared and on time.
• Utilize LMS following university policies and procedures.
• Maintain course grades in LMS and submit grades at the applicable times.
• Support students by engaging them in class, answering questions in a timely manner, and referring them for additional support when necessary.
• Treat students and colleagues with respect and understanding of differences.
• Assist in the development of curriculum as appropriate.
• Complete annual mandatory compliance training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Necessary Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication or a related field and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in speech or oral communications.
• Experience teaching public speaking.
• Demonstrated evidence of professional growth through participation in continuing education and related activities.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MA in Speech, Oral Communication, Oratory, Persuasion Forensics, or a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate hours.
• Post‑secondary teaching experience.
• Experience in student engagement techniques.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, optional retirement savings, paid leave programs, and 13‑15 paid holidays each year.