Associate Faculty, Communication Studies (part-time) Job at College of the Redwo

Position Type

Part-Time Faculty

Department

Arts & Sciences

Location

Eureka

Summary

College of the Redwoods is looking for part-time faculty in Communication Studies who are qualified to teach the standard slate of lower-division courses in the discipline either face-to-face on campus and/or online. In order to teach online, you must reside in the state of California. Qualified online applicants must possess a certificate of completion in online teaching from an accredited college or university, such as the UCLA Online Teaching Program, Cerro Coso Online Educators Certificate Program, or the @One Teaching Certificate program. Please direct all inquiries to George Potamianos, Dean of Arts and Humanities: (707) 476-4576.

This is a posting to gather a pool of qualified applicants for possible openings in Communications Studies classes.

A. Teaching and Nonteaching Assignments

1. Demonstrates effective performance of duties and responsibilities of the assignment.
2. Shows currency and depth of knowledge in the discipline and/or area of assignment.
3. Demonstrates patience, fairness, and promptness in the evaluation and discussion of student work.
4. Shows sensitivity and responsiveness to the needs of individual students and their special circumstances, when appropriate.
5. Shows sensitivity to and knowledge of the diverse ways students learn and is responsive to individual needs.
6. Uses effective written and oral communication skills with students and colleagues.
7. Demonstrates effective organizational skills in the classroom and/or work site.
8. Exercises effective judgment in following college policy.
9. For faculty with teaching assignments, uses teaching methods and materials challenging to the student and appropriate to the subject matter, consistent with departmental curriculum, while encouraging within a department a variety of successful pedagogical approaches to learning.
10. For faculty with nonteaching assignments, effectively fulfills responsibilities in terms of:
    1. communication and coordination with students, colleagues, and administrators;
    2. quality of work; and, if appropriate,
    3. program development, budget planning and implementation, program leadership, and collegial governance.
11. Ensures currency and appropriateness of curriculum, course outlines, and written materials.
12. Ensures that the following are incorporated into materials in the area of assignment: communication skills, computational skills, critical thinking, and cultural diversity.
13. Adheres to state and federal regulations applicable to area of assignment.

B. Responsibilities additional to Teaching/Nonteaching Assignment may include the following:

1. Participates, where appropriate, in peer mentoring and evaluation processes and demonstrates objectivity in the professional evaluation of colleagues.
2. Meets contractual obligations, including advising and maintaining regular office hours, when applicable to the position.
3. Demonstrates responsibility in fulfilling division/department obligations and other district requirements.
4. Participates in professional growth activities, such as workshops, seminars, conferences, publications, artistic exhibits, performances, research, or other activities appropriate to assignment.
5. Provides leadership and demonstrates commitment to the profession through activities such as involvement in professional organizations, participation in collegial governance, college committees, campus activities, development of new curriculum, classroom research, or other appropriate activities.
6. Works with colleagues to provide an educational program and environment that supports the success of each student, and otherwise implements the college philosophy and mission statement.
7. Participates in program review and accreditation processes.

C. Professional Conduct

1. Promotes and defends intellectual inquiry and the exchange and analysis of ideas among colleagues and students; values the diversity of opinions.
2. Demonstrates respect for the college community and the profession.
3. Promotes a nonthreatening campus environment free from verbal and nonverbal discrimination and sexual harassment.
4. Supports gender equity and cultural diversity, and displays sensitivity to these issues.

Communications classes will provide an introduction to the fundamental theories and techniques of public speaking stressing audience analysis, logical organization, and support of ideas. In addition, they are designed to increase interpersonal effectiveness in small group communication settings. The courses will also increase interpersonal awareness and effectiveness in informal communication settings.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Earned a Certificate of Completion in Online Teaching from an accredited college or university, such as the UCLA Online Teaching Program, Cerro Coso Online Educators Certificate Program, or @One Teaching Certification Program OR be prepared to take the College of the Redwoods’ online certification program prior to the assignment.

Education and Experience

Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, 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 OR the equivalent.

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices. Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. College of the Redwoods values all members of our community and strives to create a diverse, nurturing, honest, and open environment. CR is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.

Salary Grade

Based on education

Contact(s)

Peter Blakemore, Dean of Arts and Sciences

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance of a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, proof of full vaccination from COVID-19 and its variants, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work. The District may select additional qualified candidates should unexpected vacancies or needs occur during the recruitment/selection process. When education is a requirement for the position, official academic transcripts from the accredited college/university will be required.

Forms are available through Human Resources to request COVID-19 vaccination exception in the following situations: a) medical excuse from receiving COVID-19 vaccine due to medical contraindication or precaution; b) disability; or c) religious objection based on a person’s sincerely held religious beliefs, practice or observance.

Required Materials

Apply online at https://employment.redwoods.edu/

You will need to attach the information below to complete the online application process. Attachments are accepted in .doc or .pdf file formats.

1. Letter of introduction expressing interest in and qualifications for this position
2. Professional resume or curriculum vitae
3. Transcripts of all college degrees and courses (unofficial is sufficient for application, official copies will be required of the successful candidate)

Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the screening committee.

Application Procedures

All documents included in your application file become the property of the District and will not be returned. Your application for this job posting will not be considered for future openings. New documents must be submitted for each job posting.

To be included in the first review, the applicant must complete the online application process by 11:59 p.m. on the closing or first review date.

If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply or interview for this job posting, please call Human Resources.

For assistance or information, please contact:

College of the Redwoods
Human Resources
7351 Tompkins Hill Road
Eureka, CA 95501-9300
Phone 707-476-4140
Fax 707-476-4421
TTY 711
Email hr@redwoods.edu

Selection Process

All complete applications will be reviewed by a representative screening committee. Selected candidates will be invited to appear for a personal interview at College of the Redwoods. Expenses incurred in connection with the site interview will not be reimbursed.

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