Communication Studies Instructor FT Faculty -10 Months

The position is a full-time teaching assignment in the Rhetoric & Literacy division.

• In addition to teaching 15 lecture hour equivalents per semester, full-time faculty are responsible for five office hours per week and preparation time, and are expected to participate in faculty / division meetings and yearly program review.
• Full-time faculty also participate in curricular planning, student learning outcomes: data collection and writing action plans, program learning outcomes, development, assessment, and implementation; evaluation of educational programs; and college governance contributory to the attainment of the college's mission and strategic goals.
• Instructors may be assigned a combination of daytime, evening, and/or Saturday classes, as the college is dedicated to the educational success of a diverse student body with diverse needs.
• Continued professional development through the Faculty Professional Development Program or other sources is required.
• Travel between District locations may be required.

(Applicant must meet one of the following)

• Most current Minimum Qualifications for Faculty in California Community Colleges: Master's in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communications, communication studies, speech communication, or organizational communication OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English.

• Antelope Valley College Equivalency: No Equivalency per division faculty

• Preference will be given to those candidates who establish the highest level of professional competency as evidenced by any or all of the following:
• Successful experience teaching Communication Studies at the community college level.
• A strong "generalist background" and teaching experience in the field of Communication Studies to include public speaking.
• Teaching experience and academic background in one or more of the following: argumentation and debate, media studies, public relations, interpersonal communication, small group communication, and/or forensics.
• Demonstrates effectiveness as a classroom instructor.
• Knowledge of diverse learning styles and teaching pedagogies as well as, experience in teaching students from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and widely varying levels of student preparedness.
• A commitment to the mission of community colleges and to teaching at the community college level of higher education.
• Demonstrates experience in: developing and revising curriculum, assessing student learning outcomes, and participating in program review documents.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to promote and implement innovative ideas and a shared vision for the Communication Studies program for the benefit of students.
• Working knowledge of computer technology and software such as Canvas or other similar Learning Management Systems, and Zoom or other similar online communication software.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ

• Each recruitment is conducted independent from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration.
  • This includes, but is not limited to, submitting transcripts for all college coursework or degrees when requested to do so within a job announcement.
  • All out of the country transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications.
    • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
  • If letters of recommendation are required, letters must be current within two years, signed and dated from individuals having knowledge of your professional experience.
  • Typing certifications must be current within one year and must include name, date and net words per minute (NWP).
  • For those disciplines with established Academic Senate’s approved equivalency: complete the Supplemental Equivalence Request form (If applicant is applying based on an equivalency and is requesting review)
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.

If you have, any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the Human Resources Office.

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