Flathead Valley Community College
Adjunct Instructor, Communication
Flathead Valley Community College, Kalispell, Montana, us, 59904
Position:
Adjunct Instructor, Communication
Location:
Kalispell, MT
Job Id:
1068
# of Openings:
2
Overview FVCC seeks applicants to teach Communication courses starting spring semester 2026 on a course‑by‑course contract. The position is temporary and non‑benefit eligible. Teaching assignments may include up to two courses per semester during day or evening hours.
Responsibilities
Conveys knowledge of the subject area to support student success in achieving stated learning outcomes.
Fosters positive student and community relations.
Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
Integrates subject area with related curricula.
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid the educational process.
Remains current in practices, trends, and research related to the area of assignment.
Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessments as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Communication.
OR Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching online courses.
Experience teaching in a higher education environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to effectively teach content material.
Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community.
Ability to work within FVCC policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships.
Ability to follow and issue instructions.
Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain regular attendance.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Ability to perform a medium‑duty job (20‑50 lbs occasionally, 10‑25 lbs frequently, up to 10 lbs continuously).
Application Procedure Apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc only. Submit the following documents:
Cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detailing your experience related to the position.
Current, comprehensive resume or CV.
Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held and any professional certifications (combine into one document if multiple).
Three professional references with complete contact information.
Paper submissions are not accepted. Document uploads must be completed before the button is pressed to avoid a 45‑minute timeout.
Equal Employment Opportunity FVCC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during all employment phases. No applicant will be penalized for such requests.
Veterans' Preference Veterans may claim preference by completing the Veterans' Preference Form (available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and submitting the required documentation to Jobs@fvcc.edu. Preference must be received before the position closes.
Windfall Elimination Provision FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. More information can be found at https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.
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Adjunct Instructor, Communication
Location:
Kalispell, MT
Job Id:
1068
# of Openings:
2
Overview FVCC seeks applicants to teach Communication courses starting spring semester 2026 on a course‑by‑course contract. The position is temporary and non‑benefit eligible. Teaching assignments may include up to two courses per semester during day or evening hours.
Responsibilities
Conveys knowledge of the subject area to support student success in achieving stated learning outcomes.
Fosters positive student and community relations.
Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
Integrates subject area with related curricula.
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid the educational process.
Remains current in practices, trends, and research related to the area of assignment.
Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessments as directed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Communication.
OR Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching online courses.
Experience teaching in a higher education environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to effectively teach content material.
Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community.
Ability to work within FVCC policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships.
Ability to follow and issue instructions.
Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain regular attendance.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Ability to perform a medium‑duty job (20‑50 lbs occasionally, 10‑25 lbs frequently, up to 10 lbs continuously).
Application Procedure Apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc only. Submit the following documents:
Cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detailing your experience related to the position.
Current, comprehensive resume or CV.
Unofficial transcripts for all degrees held and any professional certifications (combine into one document if multiple).
Three professional references with complete contact information.
Paper submissions are not accepted. Document uploads must be completed before the button is pressed to avoid a 45‑minute timeout.
Equal Employment Opportunity FVCC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Reasonable Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during all employment phases. No applicant will be penalized for such requests.
Veterans' Preference Veterans may claim preference by completing the Veterans' Preference Form (available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and submitting the required documentation to Jobs@fvcc.edu. Preference must be received before the position closes.
Windfall Elimination Provision FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. More information can be found at https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.
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