Oferta de trabajo: Adjunct Faculty Communication Studies Lakeshore Campus

Adjunct Faculty Communication Studies Lakeshore Campus

Department: Language & Thought

Location: Holland, MI

Grand Rapids Community College Department of Language and Thought is seeking a dedicated Adjunct Instructor to teach https://www.grcc.edu/schools-departments/language-thought/communication-studies/course-offerings winter semester at our Lakeshore campus. Classes are offered in person and are scheduled:

COM 131 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking - Tuesday and Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COM 131 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking - Monday and Wednesday 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

COM 135 - Interpersonal Communication - Monday and Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

COM 135 - Interpersonal Communication - Tuesday and Thursday 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

For semester start and end dates, please see GRCC's https://www.grcc.edu/about-grcc/leadership-administration/provost/academic-calendar.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Requisition ID:

Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/sites/default/files/docs/humanresources/2022-2025%20Faculty%20Association%20contract.docx.pdf

Schedule: Winter Semester

Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates

Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts

Posting Opens: 10/29/2024

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Communication Studies. • Teach courses and fulfill adjunct faculty responsibilities, including fostering a stimulating classroom environment, following syllabus templates, and using department-approved textbooks. • Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines as approved by Disability Support Services to meet students' needs. • Respond to communications promptly and ensure student access to course information. • Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members • Follow the required syllabus template. • Comply with GRCC policies and the Faculty Association Contract.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Communication Studies. • Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

Skills

• Expertise in the subject area with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work with diverse student populations and faculty, and proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard). • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Some evening work (grading, preparing for class, responding to email questions) will be needed. • Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

• Appreciation and understanding for the community college philosophy, commitment to diversity, and community service. • Strong initiative, problem-solving, and ability to handle unexpected duties. • High energy and enthusiasm for supporting students and colleagues under pressure. • Must use good judgment in handling sensitive or difficult situations in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on ourhttp://www.grcc.edu/policieshttp://www.grcc.edu/policies. • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that calls for flexibility/adaptability.

BENEFITS

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsitehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhousehttps://www.grcc.edu/employers-community/ford-fieldhouse. • Continuous Learning:h