Instructor - Communication teaches courses in the discipline area of communication. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being an Instructor - Communication provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Instructor - Communication typically reports to a department head. Has a Master's degree or is a PhD candidate in the applicable field. Has experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate level and possesses the qualifications to participate in research. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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The Department of Theatre and Fine Arts at Niagara University invites applications for a full-time, Instructor position of Oral Communication for fall 2024. This is a one-year renewable appointment. The individual will teach introductory oral communication courses that emphasize research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive speaking.
We seek candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and excellence in teaching. Applicants should hold a minimum of a master's degree in a related discipline and have at least three years of experience teaching Oral Communication in higher education. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, one-page statement of teaching philosophy, and three reference letters. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.