Communication Studies Lecturer Pool Job at San Jose State University in San Jose
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA, United States
Department Summary
The Department of Communication Studies provides undergraduate and graduate instruction grounded in theory, research methods, and practical application. The department offers a B.A. degree with more than 800 majors, an M.A. degree with over 30 students, and several minors. It also offers a substantial number of general education courses, including COMM 20 (Public Speaking) and COMM 100W (Writing Workshop).
https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/
Brief Description of Duties
Teach lower‑division general education courses such as COMM 10: Interpersonal Communication; COMM 20: Public Speaking; COMM 20N: Public Speaking for Nonnative Speakers; COMM 21: Performing Culture and Society; COMM 40: Argumentation and Advocacy; COMM 41: Critical Decision Making; COMM 45: Media and Culture; and COMM 74: Fundamentals of Intercultural Communication.
With relevant education and experience, candidates may also teach upper‑division general education courses including COMM 100W: Writing Workshop, COMM 157SL: Community Action/Community Service, COMM 174: Intercultural Communication, and COMM 179: Global Media and Resistance.
With a terminal degree or relevant professional expertise, candidates may teach upper‑division major courses. This assignment enriches the undergraduate curriculum in both general education and the Communication Studies major and provides instruction in specialized areas not otherwise available to the university.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity—including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
Organize all classes using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
Ensure all classes are offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester or term in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Required Qualifications
MA. Degree in Communication Studies or related field.
Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline to which the individual is assigned.
Ability to teach and evaluate adult learners. Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population, gained through cross‑cultural study, training, teaching, or comparable experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree or professional experience relevant to upper‑division Communication Studies major courses.
Compensation
Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.
Anticipated starting salary:
L‑A / Range 2 - $5,507 - $5,959
L‑B / Range 3 - $6,221 - $7,481
L‑C / Range 4 - $6,825 - $9,431
L‑D / Range 5 - $8,593 - $10,347
These salaries represent the anticipated monthly rate for full‑time academic/yr faculty; part‑time rates are prorated. See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more details.
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
CV
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Philosophy (optional)
Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and courses you are qualified to teach
List of at least three (3) references
List of as many as five (5) references
Employment Conditions
Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as required, including courses on discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, and health and safety.
Conditional Offer: The work is located in California and requires commuting to campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful background checks.
Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and follows the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association.
Equal Employment Statement
San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.
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The Department of Communication Studies provides undergraduate and graduate instruction grounded in theory, research methods, and practical application. The department offers a B.A. degree with more than 800 majors, an M.A. degree with over 30 students, and several minors. It also offers a substantial number of general education courses, including COMM 20 (Public Speaking) and COMM 100W (Writing Workshop).
https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/
Brief Description of Duties
Teach lower‑division general education courses such as COMM 10: Interpersonal Communication; COMM 20: Public Speaking; COMM 20N: Public Speaking for Nonnative Speakers; COMM 21: Performing Culture and Society; COMM 40: Argumentation and Advocacy; COMM 41: Critical Decision Making; COMM 45: Media and Culture; and COMM 74: Fundamentals of Intercultural Communication.
With relevant education and experience, candidates may also teach upper‑division general education courses including COMM 100W: Writing Workshop, COMM 157SL: Community Action/Community Service, COMM 174: Intercultural Communication, and COMM 179: Global Media and Resistance.
With a terminal degree or relevant professional expertise, candidates may teach upper‑division major courses. This assignment enriches the undergraduate curriculum in both general education and the Communication Studies major and provides instruction in specialized areas not otherwise available to the university.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate awareness of and address the needs of a student population of great diversity—including age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation—through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
Organize all classes using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
Ensure all classes are offered and meet as scheduled throughout the semester or term in the mode assigned (asynchronous, synchronous, bichronous, in‑person, or hybrid).
Required Qualifications
MA. Degree in Communication Studies or related field.
Knowledge of the subject matter of the discipline to which the individual is assigned.
Ability to teach and evaluate adult learners. Evidence of satisfactory achievement in previous academic work.
Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population, gained through cross‑cultural study, training, teaching, or comparable experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree or professional experience relevant to upper‑division Communication Studies major courses.
Compensation
Compensation and salary range placement are determined by qualifications and experience. To learn more about range placement, please see University Policy S21-2.
Anticipated starting salary:
L‑A / Range 2 - $5,507 - $5,959
L‑B / Range 3 - $6,221 - $7,481
L‑C / Range 4 - $6,825 - $9,431
L‑D / Range 5 - $8,593 - $10,347
These salaries represent the anticipated monthly rate for full‑time academic/yr faculty; part‑time rates are prorated. See the Faculty Salary Schedule for more details.
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
CV
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Philosophy (optional)
Statement of Expertise, including professional experience and courses you are qualified to teach
List of at least three (3) references
List of as many as five (5) references
Employment Conditions
Faculty employees must complete CSU employee training as required, including courses on discrimination and harassment, gender equity and Title IX, and health and safety.
Conditional Offer: The work is located in California and requires commuting to campus. Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and successful background checks.
Appointment is contingent upon budget and enrollment considerations and follows the order of assignment provisions in the collective bargaining agreement between California State University and the California Faculty Association.
Equal Employment Statement
San Jose State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Caste, Color, Disability, Ethnicity, Gender, Gender Expression, Gender Identity, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Military Status, Nationality, Race, Religion, Religious Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Sex Stereotype, and Veteran Status. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.
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