Southeast Community College (Lincoln, NE)
Adjunct Instructor, Communication Studies - PTT
Southeast Community College (Lincoln, NE), Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Communication Studies (2025-2026) - PTT
Department Humanities
Location College Wide
Job Category Faculty
Job Type PT
Posting Number 00958
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various speech courses, including but not limited to Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, and Business and Professional Communication.
The Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for creating course content-related materials, while also adhering to college policies and practices, as well as course-related objectives, Student Learning Outcomes, and General Education Learning Outcomes; utilizing various teaching strategies - including Engaged/ Active Learning practices; monitoring and evaluating student progress; maintaining accurate student records using the Canvas grade book; communicating with students regularly; etc.
This position requires the instructor to teach on-site at our 3 campus locations, off-site at area high schools for dual-credit, and/or at our area Learning Centers, which will likely require the use of Zoom or Lifesize technology to remote to other locations. This is a part-time temporary position.
Essential Functions
1. Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned. instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom, online, hybrid, or lab setting that are appropriate to individual student needs and may include, but are not limited to, lecture, small groups, demonstrations, and computer assisted instruction. 2. Provide For Student Evaluation and Recordkeeping Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement and progress. Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment. 3. Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Areas Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through professional development such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study. 4. Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Material In cooperation with other department faculty, develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise and maintain classroom policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate and recommend textbooks and other resources for course use. 5. Perform Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments Use the computer as an instructional tool for teaching reading and writing skills and composition as appropriate. Provide information and data that will assist in preparation of supply and equipment orders, course schedules, book orders, and other necessary reports. 6. Promote/Support Diversity Promote and support the College's diversity goals; promote/support Access, Fair Employment, EEO, Equity, and Diversity programs. 7. Promote/Support the Organizational Environment through Goal 9 of the Strategic Plan Promote and support the College's organizational environment goals. Maximize operational efficiency by enhancing policies and procedures, staffing, and communication processes and practices. Enhance positive communication processes and practices, and maximize a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.
Marginal Functions
Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate technologies (e.g., document camera, projector, interactive smartboard.)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Current knowledge of and ability/skill to speech communications. 2. Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse background in a positive and cooperative manner. 3. Ability/skill to apply and demonstrate effective communication skills. 4. Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom including computer application. 5. Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use. 6. The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech Communication or Communication Studies, or in a related program or field of study with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Speech Communication or Communication Studies. Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours, or 6 courses/sections, at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility (Speech courses). Desired Qualifications
Familiarity with Engaged/Active Learning practices. Experience using both Canvas and Zoom. Experience teaching high school dual credit classes. Graduate coursework directly related to courses that will be taught.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
Posting Detail Information Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date 07/01/2025
Close Date 06/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department's needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3407.
Quick Link https://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/5616
Position Information
Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Communication Studies (2025-2026) - PTT
Department Humanities
Location College Wide
Job Category Faculty
Job Type PT
Posting Number 00958
Position End Date
Position Summary Information
General Description of Position
Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program Chair, the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various speech courses, including but not limited to Fundamentals of Human Communication, Public Speaking, and Business and Professional Communication.
The Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for creating course content-related materials, while also adhering to college policies and practices, as well as course-related objectives, Student Learning Outcomes, and General Education Learning Outcomes; utilizing various teaching strategies - including Engaged/ Active Learning practices; monitoring and evaluating student progress; maintaining accurate student records using the Canvas grade book; communicating with students regularly; etc.
This position requires the instructor to teach on-site at our 3 campus locations, off-site at area high schools for dual-credit, and/or at our area Learning Centers, which will likely require the use of Zoom or Lifesize technology to remote to other locations. This is a part-time temporary position.
Essential Functions
1. Provide Instruction in Assigned Subject Areas Provide instruction to students according to the objectives of each course assigned. instructor will utilize a variety of instructional strategies in the classroom, online, hybrid, or lab setting that are appropriate to individual student needs and may include, but are not limited to, lecture, small groups, demonstrations, and computer assisted instruction. 2. Provide For Student Evaluation and Recordkeeping Prepare and administer evaluation instruments and maintain accurate student records on attendance, achievement and progress. Assist in gathering and interpreting data for department assessment. 3. Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Areas Increase and improve personal teaching and subject knowledge through professional development such as in-service activities, conferences, workshops, technical updates, and personal self-study. 4. Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Material In cooperation with other department faculty, develop and/or revise course objectives, content, descriptions, and instructional strategies. In addition, the instructor will develop, revise and maintain classroom policies, grading structures, and strategies. This instructor will review, evaluate and recommend textbooks and other resources for course use. 5. Perform Other Functions Related to Teaching Assignments Use the computer as an instructional tool for teaching reading and writing skills and composition as appropriate. Provide information and data that will assist in preparation of supply and equipment orders, course schedules, book orders, and other necessary reports. 6. Promote/Support Diversity Promote and support the College's diversity goals; promote/support Access, Fair Employment, EEO, Equity, and Diversity programs. 7. Promote/Support the Organizational Environment through Goal 9 of the Strategic Plan Promote and support the College's organizational environment goals. Maximize operational efficiency by enhancing policies and procedures, staffing, and communication processes and practices. Enhance positive communication processes and practices, and maximize a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.
Marginal Functions
Operate and utilize as part of the teaching process appropriate technologies (e.g., document camera, projector, interactive smartboard.)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Current knowledge of and ability/skill to speech communications. 2. Ability/skill to relate to colleagues, staff, students, and supervisors of diverse background in a positive and cooperative manner. 3. Ability/skill to apply and demonstrate effective communication skills. 4. Ability to develop and incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom including computer application. 5. Ability to devise and utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom use. 6. The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech Communication or Communication Studies, or in a related program or field of study with at least 18 graduate credit hours in Speech Communication or Communication Studies. Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours, or 6 courses/sections, at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility (Speech courses). Desired Qualifications
Familiarity with Engaged/Active Learning practices. Experience using both Canvas and Zoom. Experience teaching high school dual credit classes. Graduate coursework directly related to courses that will be taught.
Salary
TBD
Benefits
Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.
Schedule
This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.
Posting Detail Information Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.
Open Date 07/01/2025
Close Date 06/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open on an as-needed basis. Applications will remain in the open pool, and applicants will be contacted based on the department's needs at the time of submission. If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete an application, contact Human Resources at 402-323-3407.
Quick Link https://southeast.peopleadmin.com/postings/5616