Full-Time Faculty - Communication Studies (COMM)

Blinn College, United States

Updated: 9 months ago
Location: Bryan, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

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Position Information


Requisition Number 2022093F
Position Title Full-Time Faculty - Communication Studies (COMM)
Salary Range per full time faculty salary schedule
DBM Rating n/a
Job Type Full Time
Job Category Faculty
Anticipated Start Date 01/16/2023
Campus Bryan
Application Deadline
Extended Open Deadline
FLSA Status Exempt
Security Sensitive? Yes
Work Hours

Position Summary Information


Objective
Perform full-time operations of the instructional program.
Essential Duties
Blinn College expects all faculty members to demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence. The essential duties of all faculty are as follows:
Instruction and Classroom Management
• Maintain access to students through office hours and electronic communication.
• Prepare, maintain and utilize an accurate course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media and educational resources.
• Maintain student participation and attendance in class.
• Conduct classes and final exams punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Student Success
• Advise or refer students to available academic support, advising, and counseling services.
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students.
Assessment Duties
• Hold sole responsibility to assess students’ performances through a range of formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
Professional Development and Service
• Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development opportunities and effective teaching methodologies.
• Actively engage in collegial activities in a professional manner across the department, college, and communities such as departmental meetings, committees, and Blinn College partner collaborations.
Institutional Responsibilities
• Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions.
• Comply with all college policies and procedures.
• Exhibit effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Attend college orientations, required institutional meetings, and trainings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Master’s degree in Communications
or
Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in communications or related area.
Please note that the credentialing criteria for COMM courses and SPCH courses differ.
This position is to teach COMM courses.
Must be able to pass required background checks for Blinn and background checks and/or finger printing for any external facilities, per their requirements.
Preferred Experience and Training
1. Knowledge of, or interest in on-line instructional design.
2. College level teaching experience desirable.
3. On-line teaching experience.
4. Credentialing to teach SPCH courses (Speech, Speech Communication, Communication, Communication Studies) desirable.
Physical Requirements
Required Degree, License or Certifications
Master’s degree in Communications
or
Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in communications or related area.
Please note that the credentialing criteria for COMM courses and SPCH courses differ.
This position is to teach COMM courses.
Special Notes To Applicants
1- This form will serve as the primary basis for the search committee to analyze your application. It is to the candidate’s advantage to clearly fill out all fields and answer all questions thoroughly.
2- Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Applicants should submit:
a. Letter of interest
b. Current resume
c. Transcripts of all post-secondary academic work
d. A list of three professional references with contact information (including email and phone number).
3. Finalists will be asked to do a 5-7 minute teaching demonstration. It is to the candidate’s advantage to observe this time limit.
4- It is imperative that a PDF of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts be attached to this application. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for the purpose of this application; however, please make sure that the applicant’s name and graduation dates are clearly readable on the transcript.
5- Candidate selected will be required to present official transcript at the time of hiring.
This is a 9 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverage’s can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, http://www.ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/.
Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month of contract. Paid leave for college designated holiday’s, Spring Break, Thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)
Thank you!
Credentials
The College assigns appropriately credentialed faculty members in support of educational quality and the mission of the College, in keeping with Board policy DBA LOCAL-X (Employment Requirements and Restrictions – Credentials and Records: Credentials). College policy is consistent with sound educational practice and SACSCOC guidelines. Primary consideration is given to the highest degree earned in the discipline. Furthermore, Blinn College’s Faculty Credentialing Guidelines table specifies recommended credentials for each rubric within the college’s course inventory. http://www.blinn.edu/academic_affairs/Faculty_Credentialing_Guidelines.pdf
Quick Link https://employment.blinn.edu/postings/10569

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