Communication Studies Instructor FT Faculty -10 months

DESCRIPTION This position is a full-time tenure track, 10-month classroom teaching assignment in the Language and Communication Arts Division.
The current teaching load is 15 lecture hour equivalents per semester.
Faculty are also responsible for 5 office hours per week and are expected to devote as much time as necessary to perform the professional responsibilities of the position.
Participation in professional activities, curriculum development and campus committees is expected.
The teaching assignment may include courses offered in onsite, online and hybrid format, evening and or Saturday classes.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES Teach fifteen lecture hour equivalents per semester in Communication Studies using various teaching methods including demonstrations and active learning strategies.
Maintain five office hours per week, including regular posted office hours, which are accessible to students.
Responsible for preparation time Participate in faculty/division meetings; yearly program review; curricular planning, development, and implementation; student learning outcomes: data collection and writing action plans, program learning outcomes, development, assessment, and implementation; evaluation of educational programs; and college governance to advance the college's mission and strategic goals.
Participate in faculty professional development and continuing education activities that are designed to maintain and develop currency in the field, pedagogy (for traditional and online teaching and learning), and student support strategies, especially as they relate to student equity initiatives.
Maintain records of attendance, census, grades, etc.
Provide an environment conducive to effective learning.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Travel between District locations is also expected.
Performs other instructional-related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication; or Bachelor’s in any of the above and Master’s in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English; or the equivalent (See CCCCO MQ Handbook) Antelope Valley College Equivalency: None DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge about or experience working with students who are underrepresented in higher academia, with the goal of reducing equity gaps.
Teaching experience that reflects culturally responsive teaching practices.
Successful experience teaching Communication Studies at the college or university level.
A strong "generalist background" and teaching experience in the field of Communication Studies.
Teaching experience and academic background in one or more of the following: Communication Studies Experience using a learning management system (LMS) Experience in developing and revising curriculum, assessing student learning outcomes, and participating in program review documents.
OTHER INFORMATION Application Process This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered: Application Current resume Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s).
Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.
S.
transcripts and degrees by a certified U.
S.
review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
Two (2) current letters of professional reference dated within the last year.
Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by January 2, 2024.
Applications with incomplete information (i.
e.
, statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
VISA AVC does not sponsor visas.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law.
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edu ACCOMMODATIONS If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success.
AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations.
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