Faculty English - Communication

Title: Full-Time Faculty English/Communication

Location: Flagstaff United States

Hybrid

Job Type
Full-Time

Job Number
046-26

Job Description:

The College seeks a full-time, student-centered instructor who will teach freshman-level English composition and introductory Speech & Communication courses. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, primarily in-person instruction across CCC campuses as assigned, develop curriculum, participate in program- and course-level assessment, assist students outside of regularly scheduled class time, and contribute to college governance and improvement through committee and leadership service. Ability to work collegially in a team environment, experience with adult learners, and proficiency with learning management systems are required. Applicants must be able to work with diverse students and colleagues. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position that is contingent on District Governing Board approval. 

Salary & Benefits

• Cafeteria Plan: In addition to the base compensation, benefits-eligible employees receive an extra $6,720 per year to put toward benefit costs or to be used as additional take-home pay
• Sick Leave: 40 hours per semester
• Health Insurance and Other Coverage: 

Official transcripts are required to be submitted prior to any formal interview. Unofficial transcripts are accepted during the application process only. Resume must include number of hours worked in each position to document the occupational experience. With Students:

• Teaches 30 load hours per year in a professional manner
• Provides assistance to students outside of class time
• Maintains a minimum of five posted student office hours per week
• Adheres to course outlines and student learning objectives
• Responds to student inquiries promptly

With Colleagues:

• Adheres to a professional code of conduct and ethics
• Collaborates with other college employees as necessary and appropriate
• Assists in acquiring and organizing course supplies when necessary

Communication:

• Maintains and reports instructional records including grades and FTSE according to the institutional calendar
• Utilizes the learning management system (Canvas) as established in college procedure
• Utilizes college email and responds promptly to messages from students and employees

Scheduling:

• Provides schedule-building input and review as requested by Lead Faculty or Dean

Budget:

• Cooperates with supervisor on the department budget
• Maintains fiscal responsibility

Assessment and Strategic Planning:

• Promotes the mission, vision, guiding principles, and strategic plan of the college
• Participates in the development, implementation, and assessment of programs, including the assessment of student learning outcomes as prescribed by department and division

Curriculum:

• Develops syllabi in accordance with college procedure and course outlines
• Develops new or revises existing curricula as needed, which may include college supported Articulation Task Force (ATF) participation
• Remains current in the assigned disciplines
• Maintains discipline/course specific certifications and licensure where appropriate

Institutional Leadership:

• Assists in the evaluation or mentoring of part-time faculty as requested
• Participates in the operation and/or shared governance of the college through college committee assignments and department/division meetings
• Assists in the building of programs and event planning relevant to their discipline, and recruiting and retaining students in that program
• Serves as a professional role model for students and faculty
• Champions a collaborative and positive educational environment for all members of the college community
• Knowledge of current and effective pedagogical techniques. 
• Ability to teach assigned courses effectively. 
• Knowledge of the subject areas of English and Communication. 
• Available to teach during various hours of the day or evening, and work at alternate CCC sites. 
• The ability to maintain professional ethics and confidentiality with students and staff. 
• Ability to support and promote the mission, vision, guiding principles, and strategic plan of the College. 
• Ability to work in a culturally diverse and team environment. 
• Ability to integrate subject area with other related curricula. 
• Capacity to be flexible. 
• Ability to teach using online learning management systems. 
• Knowledge of common computer software. 
• Knowledge of the applicable state and federal laws, such as Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). 
• Fluency in written and oral communication.
• One year of teaching experience in English and/or Communication (secondary or college-level)
• Ability to be credentialed to teach both English and Communication courses according to CCC's credentialing procedure (310-01). Potential scenarios for credentialing in both disciplines include, but are not limited to:
• Master's degree in English with 18 graduate credits in Communication
• Master's degree in Communication with 18 graduate credits in English
• Master's degree in any field with 18 graduate credits in English and 18 graduate credits in Communication
• Master's degree in any field with a combination of education, teaching experience, work experience, and professional development to allow for credentials to teach both English and Communication according to CCC's credentialing procedure (310-01)

Preferred

Three years of college-level teaching experience in English and/or Communication. Experience teaching with multiple modalities (in-person, online, videoconference, hybrid, etc.). Experience with active learning teaching methods.