Instructors of Communication and Media Studies

Posting Number

F000381

Position Title

Adjunct Pool - Instructors of Communication and Media Studies

Department

College of Arts & Sciences

Division

Academic Affairs

Faculty Status

Per Course Part-time Faculty

Supervisor Title

Chair of Communication and Media Studies

Status

Per Course Part-time Faculty

Tenure Track

No

Salary Range

$1880 - $4320

Position Summary

Adjunct Faculty, Communication and Media Studies

The Department of Communication and Media Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for adjunct faculty to join an ongoing pool of qualified instructors. Our primary need is for faculty who can teach Introduction to Public Speaking, a core first-year general education course required for all undergraduate students. Qualified candidates may have the opportunity to teach courses that serve the department’s communication curriculum.

Qualified candidates will hold a master’s degree in Communication. Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, student mentorship, and collaborative engagement within the department.

These are part-time, course-by-course teaching opportunities intended to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future instructional needs. Teaching assignments vary by semester based on departmental needs, funding, and enrollment, and qualified applicants may be contacted as opportunities arise.

Founded in 1861, North Central College is a nationally recognized liberal arts institution serving approximately 3,000 students. Located in Naperville, Illinois, just west of Chicago, the College offers the advantages of a vibrant suburban community with convenient access to the city via the nearby Metra station. North Central continues to grow and invest in its campus, including the addition of a $60 million Science Center and a state-of-the-art Health Sciences and Engineering building.

Expectations

• Hold courses as scheduled in person on campus.
• Assess student work and provide constructive and timely feedback on how to improve students’ content knowledge, critical thinking skills, research abilities, and oral and written communication skills, etc.
• Mentor first-year undergraduate students to successfully acclimate to the College.
• Build, maintain and keep current course Canvas sites.
• Hold regular weekly office hours.
• Attend College workshops and professional development opportunities related to teaching public speaking and the first-year curriculum (stipend supported)

Interested Candidates Should Complete The Online Application At

https://northcentralcollege.peopleadmin.com/postings/12909

For additional information, please contact Amy Buxbaum, Chair, Communication and Media Studies, at ***email_hidden***.

Final candidates will be required to provide official transcripts prior to employment.

Employment Conditions

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the College’s background screening process.

Number Of Vacancies

EEO Statement

North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or [email protected]

Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Open Until Filled

Yes