University Of The, Inc.arnate Word is hiring: Communication Arts Part-Time Lectu
University Of The, Inc.arnate Word, Mission, KS, United States
Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer - Film Studies (Academic Year 2025-2026)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Part-time faculty positions are not eligible for UIW employment sponsorship.
Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Communication Arts Part-Time Lecturer - Film Studies (Academic Year 2025-2026)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Department of Communication Arts in the School of Media & Design is seeking part-time faculty candidates for Communication Arts Lecturer in Film Studies.The part-time faculty will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in this discipline. The courses span the field of film studies, including: history of film, film criticism and analysis, film theory, and genre studies. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Media and Design.
In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
This applicant pool will remain open and will be used to hire part-time faculty as needed for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
- Basic Instructional Duties:
- Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
- Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
- Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
- Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
- Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
- Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
- Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to effectively learn and use instructional technology;
- Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
- Ability to incorporate technology into teaching;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
MFA or MA in Film Studies, Cinema, or related field.
Required Work Experience
Demonstrated teaching experience at the college or university level. Note that graduate teaching experience or relevant TA experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in this discipline.
Posting Number
Posting Number UN952PO
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type
Job Type Part Time
Job Category
Job Category Faculty
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date 08/05/2025
Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Reports to Dean, School of Media & Design
Salary $4000 lecture courses-$5000 studio courses or based on enrollment.
Open Date
Open Date 07/07/2025
Close Date
Close Date 04/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Part-time faculty positions are not eligible for UIW employment sponsorship.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Required Documents
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UIW Website
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Indeed
- WorkplaceDiversity.com
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- BlackJobCenter.com
- WomensJobCenter.com
- VeteransConnect.com
- Personal Referral
- Employee Referral
- Other
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(Open Ended Question)
- * What is the highest level of education you have achieved?
- Less than Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PHD or higher
- * Describe your professional experience in the field and/or teaching experience at the college level.
(Open Ended Question)
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