Speech Communication Adjunct Instructor

West Georgia Technical College; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

West Georgia Technical College is seeking an adjunct Speech Communication instructor to deliver credit-bearing courses in classroom, lab, or online settings. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, developing syllabi, assessing student progress, maintaining records, and participating in professional development to stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications: Master’s in Speech Communication (or related field with teaching hours), valid driver’s license; PhD and postsecondary

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Communication or related discipline with 18 hours in teaching.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• PhD in Speech Communication (preferred).
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level (preferred).
• Experience teaching in an online or hybrid environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses.
• Prepare standardized course syllabi using provided templates and evaluate student progress.
• Maintain required documentation and reports; participate in professional development.
• Teach Speech Communication in classroom, lab or online environments; stay current with industry trends.
• Assess student learning outcomes and submit results to department chair.

Education

Master's degree in Speech Communication or related discipline with 18 hours in teaching discipline

Job description

Job Title: Speech Communication Adjunct Instructor Agency: West Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID: JR0000005687 Shift: Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $1650.00 PER 3 HOUR CREDIT COURSE

Job Summary

Under general supervision prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses; prepares standardized course syllabi using provided template; evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives based on established course grading requirements. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends professional development training as required for specific classroom or online course delivery. Teaches Speech Communication courses in a classroom/lab/field environment that closely simulates the environment of the industry while maintaining knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Provides instruction in the theory and practical applications of Speech Communication . Measures program or departmental student learning outcomes for continuous student improvement and success and submits results to department chair. Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population. Position may require day/evening/distance learning classes and activities. Applications for part-time faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department chair when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on July 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to reapply each year.

Minimum Qualifications

(candidates must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered)

• Master’s Degree in Speech Communication or Master’s degree in a related discipline with 18 hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Speech Communication
• Teaching experience at the postsecondary level
• Experience teaching in an online or hybrid environment

Salary/Benefits

Based on qualifications/no benefits

Employment Policy

The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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