Adjunct Faculty - Communication Studies

East Texas A&M University • Commerce, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year. Faculty may teach in a dual credit setting as well.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Communication, Journalism, Digital Media, Sports Media, Strategic Communication, or other related fields is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of best industry practices in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Journalism, Digital Media and/or related fields.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• must be available to teach in person at our Commerce or Dallas campuses

Nice To Haves

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two (2) courses) within the required discipline.
• Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs. Courses may be standard university courses or dual credit courses.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time