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Part-Time Instructor of Communication Studies - Arts, Science, and Human Performance - Columbia...

Modesto, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$78.15/hr - $124.94/hr

Columbia College is seeking a Part-Time Instructor of Communication Studies for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful applicant will provide lecture and laboratory instruction, evaluate student progress, and advise students on educational matters while contributing to curriculum development responsive to student needs.

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Responsibilities

Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and/or on Saturdays. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teaching lower division college courses in Communication Studies

Advancing equitable student learning through dedicated, exemplary instruction in accordance with established course outlines

Informing students of course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements

Preparing and grading class assignments and examinations and informing students of their academic progress

Maintaining attendance, scholastic, and other records and submitting them according to published policies and deadlines

Developing, implementing, and assessing student-learning outcomes for courses and programs and using the results for improvement

Engaging in data inquiry and self-assessment to develop strategies for student success, persistence, and equity

Participating in professional development activities to fulfill mandatory FLEX requirements

Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter area and effective teaching/learning strategies to meet the needs of all learning styles

Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics

Qualification

Master's in CommunicationTeaching experienceCurriculum developmentCulturally responsive teachingAssessment processesStudent advisingInterpersonal communicationPublic presentations

Required

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

Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population

Mobility: ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level

Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes

Lifting: occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds

Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently

Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person

Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments

Preferred

Ability to develop curriculum or services that stress innovation and improve student equity

Enthusiasm for the learning process

Commitment to supportive relationships with students and colleagues

Participate in professional growth and remain current in subject area and major state initiatives

Ability to operate effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity

Vision and energy to plan and organize programs to enhance student success

Willingness to participate effectively in shared governance and to work collaboratively

Personal qualifications such as effective interpersonal communication skills, participation in community affairs, ability to conduct effective public presentations

Education and/or experience in teaching in Communication Studies at the community college level, with a particular emphasis in basic skills

Current knowledge of the Communication Studies subject

Current understanding of assessment processes for improving student success at the course, program, and degree level

Competent in new and other pedagogies directed at improving student success and student equity

Recent experience working with African American/Black, Hispanic, Native American, and other minoritized students in the classroom, and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education shape patterns of participation and outcomes

Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized students

Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity in the classroom

Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in Communication Studies, especially as it relates to the relevancy of students' lives, interests, and communities

Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within coursework and the classroom

Demonstrated knowledge of the Hispanic-Serving designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices