View Job description for Adjunct, Communications

College of Western Idaho•Nampa, ID

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking an Adjunct Communication Instructor to teach Introduction to Communication (COMM 101). This role involves creating engaging learning experiences to help students strengthen communication skills for school, work, and everyday life. Instructors will have the opportunity to teach in face-to-face, hybrid, or online environments, using innovative, student-centered teaching strategies to support CWI’s diverse community of learners. Adjunct faculty at CWI play an important role in creating accessible, high-quality learning experiences that support student achievement. As an Adjunct Communication Instructor, you’ll help students develop essential communication skills while contributing your expertise and unique teaching approach to a collaborative academic environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Communication
Ability to utilize a variety of instructional methods, including lectures, collaborative activities, individual instruction, distance learning, and technology-enhanced teaching
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development
Proficiency with internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and Learning Management System applications
Ability to effectively support and engage a diverse community college student population
All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned COMM 101 courses in accordance with course descriptions and established curriculum.
Deliver engaging instruction using a variety of teaching methodologies, including lectures, group activities, individual instruction, technology-enhanced learning, and distance education.
Explore innovative and inclusive instructional approaches that engage students with different backgrounds, experiences, and learning needs.
Meet scheduled classes promptly and communicate schedule changes through appropriate college channels.
Maintain established office hours and provide students with appropriate instructional support.
Utilize established learning outcomes and assessment measures to evaluate student achievement.
Monitor and document student progress while maintaining accurate academic records.
Provide timely feedback that supports student learning and academic success.
Meet institutional deadlines related to grading, records, and other instructional responsibilities.
Participate in instructional evaluation processes and continuous improvement efforts.
Create a welcoming and student-centered classroom environment.
Demonstrate understanding of and responsiveness to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and educational experiences of community college students.
Encourage student participation, collaboration, and meaningful discussion.
Support students in developing communication skills that contribute to their academic, professional, and personal success.
Utilize the college’s Learning Management System (LMS) to post course materials, announcements, office hours, grades, and other instructional information.
Incorporate instructional technology where appropriate to enhance student engagement and learning.
Maintain proficiency with email, internet, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and other instructional technologies.
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
Follow departmental and college policies, procedures, and instructional expectations.
Read, understand, and adhere to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Letter of Teaching Appointment.
Collaborate professionally with faculty, staff, and department leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned.