Mediabistro logo
job logo

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Communications (COMM)

Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, NM, United States


Adjunct Faculty Pool - Communications (COMM)
Apply as an adjunct instructor at Santa Fe Community College.

Position Summary
An adjunct instructor is appointed on a term contract for instructional, temporary, and part‑time assignments. They are not assigned to other responsibilities such as professional service or college service and have no right to reappointment. Persons appointed at this rank will vary in minimal academic qualifications but generally shall have a relevant doctoral or equivalent terminal degree to teach at the upper division and graduate level, and a master’s degree for lower division courses. All degrees shall be from accredited institutions or from internationally reputable and recognized institutions. Exceptions to these requirements may be made by the Provost upon presentation of evidence of a record of experience or other credentials that indicate academic degree equivalence. Adjunct Faculty members can only serve as Faculty Senators if they teach during the current semester or have taught within the last fiscal year.

Compensation
Based on Adjunct Pay Schedule. Salary. Employment type: Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term). Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Department: Instruction.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide the most effective instruction possible in one’s discipline to ensure that the educational needs of students are met and that students achieve specified learning objectives.

Teach assigned courses, whether on campus or off campus, day or evening, following the official syllabi and using approved textbooks and other learning materials.

Meet all classes regularly and on time, as scheduled, and for their full duration.

Teach the learning objectives and outcomes for assigned courses.

Evaluate student performance (attainment of learning objectives) and assign grades.

Make arrangements for appointments with students as needed.

Make arrangements with the department chair or associate dean for covering classes when scheduling an absence.

Meet all deadlines in submitting grades, assessments, or other required information on students.

All other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Communications OR Master’s Degree in any field with 18+ graduate credits in Communications

Preferred Qualifications

At least one year of teaching experience at the college level

Teaching experience in the community college setting

In‑person, online, and blended course delivery skills.

Schedule

Based on class assignments.

Instructions to Applicants

Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts

Notice Of Background Check And Education Verification
All employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Some positions may require further educational verification to ensure compliance with our accreditation standards.

Diversity Statement
As Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) neighbors ancient Pueblo lands and is a Sanctuary campus in a Sanctuary city, SFCC is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and richly diverse faculty and staff. Our students need a community to teach and support them that represents their diversity. SFCC strives to make our campus a place of safety, inclusion and equity where all individuals from all diverse backgrounds feel welcomed, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community – is a commitment and promise that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone in our community and to fostering a climate where students can be who they want to be. A place where all within our community belong. A place where you are seen, a place where you are valued, a place where you are respected, a place where you are appreciated. Come join our community!

EEO Statement
As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

#J-18808-Ljbffr