Aurora University is hiring: Adjunct Faculty - Communication in C...
Aurora University - Campus, IL, United States, 60920
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Aurora University (AU) is committed to creating a student-centered environment that promotes equity and inclusion for students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, generosity, and belonging, making AU a unique community.
As a private university with a public mission, AU focuses on innovation, continuous improvement, and community impact, especially in Illinois where most of our students reside and work. We value diversity and seek individuals who reflect and understand our community's varied backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and equity-focused academic environment.
We support our employees' professional growth through development opportunities and comprehensive benefits, including tuition remission.
Position Purpose
Aurora University seeks passionate adjunct faculty to teach courses in the Communication Department. These are part-time, course-demand-based teaching opportunities.
Essential Job Functions
Teaching Responsibilities
We are looking for qualified instructors to teach during the day in courses such as:
- Business Communication
- Digital Content Writing
- Graphic Design
- Interpersonal Communication
- Media Criticism
- Multimedia Writing and Storytelling
- Public Speaking
- Visual Communication
Essential Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
A master's degree in communication or a related field is required. Industry experience and college teaching experience are preferred. Digital editing skills are also preferred. Daytime campus availability is required.
Skills & Compensation
The pay rate is anticipated at $1,000 per credit hour, subject to institutional needs. Benefits include health, dental, life, vision, long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, and tuition remission.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Part-time
- Job function: Education and Training
- Industry: Higher Education