Assistant Professor Communications (COMM)
About The Position
The expected start date for this position is Fall 2026. Screening of candidates will begin January 2026. Teaches 30 pay hours per year of assigned classes and performs instructional duties in diverse learning environments. Responsibilities will include designing and preparing course assignments and assessments both in class and online, grading and tracking student work, and assessing student placement. Maintaining scheduled office hours, meeting with students and providing academic advisement to students in Communication and related areas. Provides mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty and assist with student conferences. It is expected that faculty maintain current professional standards and practices, as well as attend committee/department meetings, and support the mission of SFCC and the School of Liberal Arts. Must be committed to serving a diverse college community.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Communication or a related field, or a Master’s degree and 18 graduate credit hours in Communication.
- Five (5) years experience, in a Communication-related field to include two (2) years teaching experience.
- Current and demonstrated knowledge in applicable course content; knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices, such as cooperative learning, service-learning, traditional and alternative assessment; on-line and blended course delivery; diverse learning styles; evaluation methodologies; record keeping; and of curriculum design and planning.
- Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
- Skill in problem solving; in time management; in computer use; in listening and in critical thinking.
- Must have sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.
- Ability to communicate information and ideas; speak clearly; work with students with learning differences and disabilities.
Nice To Haves
- At least two (2) years’ experience teaching in a post-secondary or college setting.
- Teaching experience in a community college setting.
- Five (5) or more years of teaching experience
- Experience in curriculum development, online and technology enriched teaching and student advising.
- Experience in teacher mentoring and strong record of continuing professional development.
- Experience teaching in a multicultural setting.
Responsibilities
- Teaches up to 15 pay hours each semester (fall and spring semesters)/30 pay hours per year
- Provides classroom and online instruction in Communications
- Conducts assigned classes in accordance with approved course syllabi
- Creates and maintains effective, student-centered, learning environments
- Advises students concerning academic achievement and learning goals; assists students with enrollment, registration and navigating systems
- Works with Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center, making referrals as necessary
- Acquaints students with course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policy
- Maintains student records regarding grades, coursework, degree plans and petitions to graduate
- Maintains and submits up-to-date course outlines, syllabi and assessment materials
- Submits required reports by deadlines
- Seeks ways to improve instruction, keeping abreast of professional education developments
- Maintains approved schedule of office hours
- Participates in curriculum development
- Creates curriculum and assessment instruments employing multiple assessment techniques
- Integrates appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum
- Develops and selects materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses
- Assists in the choice of textbooks and other instructional materials that are appropriate to the course syllabi
- Participates in faculty, department, School, college-wide and other meetings and functions; serves on college committees; and attends and supports college activities
- Promotes program within SFCC and to the community
- Works with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach to promote SFCC programs
- May serve as the coordinator of program advisory committee
- Works with businesses and related industries in the Santa Fe area to develop strong relationships, career paths initiatives, internships and workforce development
- Manages student internships and/or co-ops
- Mentors and observes faculty
- Collaborates with other faculty and staff in the School and across the college
- Assumes special duties assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean of the School and/or designated representatives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
