Speech Professor

Collin College; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Collin College is seeking adjunct faculty and CE instructors to prepare and deliver coursework in discipline-appropriate ways at college campuses in Texas. In-person instruction is required; assignments may include evening and weekend programs and possibly dual credit courses.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in the discipline or 18 graduate hours in the field. Teaching experience is preferred. Compensation aligns with adjunct faculty and CE instructor rates for on-site teaching.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in discipline/*qualifying field or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/*qualifying field.
• Teaching experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Education

Master's degree in discipline/*qualifying field

Job description

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college's core values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

In accordance with Texas Education Code §51.992, this position is designated for in-person work at a campus or other location of Collin College. Remote or telecommuting arrangements are not permitted except under specific circumstances defined by law, including temporary illness, approved distance education assignments, or other narrow statutory exceptions. All candidates should expect to perform duties on-site. Candidates are also encouraged to review this in-person requirement and reach out with any questions if further clarification is needed.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

Master's degree in discipline/*qualifying field or a Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in discipline/*qualifying field.

Teaching experience is desired.

*Speech Communications; Interpersonal Communication; Communication Theory; Communication Studies; Public Address and Communication

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional background check requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD. Any questions related to the fingerprinting process should be directed to the ISD to which the faculty member is being assigned.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment Type:

Compensation:

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.