Instructor- Communications, 9-Month

Gaston College•Dallas, NC

About The Position

This full-time, nine-month faculty position teaches day and evening communications classes at multiple instructional sites, including high school campuses, as required. The faculty member’s primary assignment is teaching and the direct support of teaching, including instruction preparation and evaluation, student accessibility, committee assignments, and service to the College and community. The instructor delivers instruction that supports student learning and accommodates varied learning styles and a diverse student population. The role includes providing approved course syllabi, evaluating student achievement and assigning grades in accordance with College policy and course objectives, maintaining class records and submitting reports, and revising programs and syllabi to maintain instructional quality. The instructor may develop courses and recommend instructional materials and textbooks, and must keep technical and instructional knowledge current through professional development or coursework. Use of College technology systems, including Blackboard, AVISO, and accessibility software, is required.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a nationally accredited institution in communications, or a closely related field with 18 graduate hours in communications, from an accredited institution.
Prior college teaching experience.
Meet minimum SACSCOC criteria and the minimum criteria of other pertinent accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the teaching area.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 10 pounds.
Ability to meet frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending demands.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D. in communications.
Broad training in all areas of communication.
Community college teaching experience.
Online teaching experience using the Blackboard learning management system.

Responsibilities

Conduct assigned classes in a manner that achieves student learning and accommodates varied learning styles and a diverse student population.
Teach day and evening classes at multiple instructional sites, including high school campuses, as required.
Provide students with the approved course syllabus and align instruction and evaluation with it.
Treat students with tact and respect and maintain productive collegial and team relationships.
Evaluate student achievement in a timely manner and assign grades reflecting College policy and course objectives.
Remain accessible and accommodate student needs, including consultations outside scheduled classroom or office hours when needed.
Revise programs and course syllabi within the assigned content area to maintain instructional quality and effectiveness.
Maintain class records and submit required reports on time.
Develop new courses and select and recommend appropriate instructional materials and textbooks.
Update technical and instructional knowledge, skills, and abilities through professional development or coursework.
Serve on College committees and attend and participate in Department, Division, and College meetings and graduation.
Maintain currency in content areas through appropriate professional development.
Participate in activities that enhance the College’s service to students and the community.
Use College technology systems, including Blackboard, AVISO, and accessibility software.