PTI/Adjunct Instructor for Basic Public Speaking

Job Title

PTI/Adjunct Instructor for Basic Public Speaking

Agency

West Texas A&M University

Department

Communication

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Canyon, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Communication department is seeking applications for Adjunct Instructors for Basic Public Speaking. This course introduces students to the application of communication theory and practice to public speaking, with emphasis on audience analysis, speaker delivery, ethics of communication, and speech organizational techniques to develop students’ speaking abilities.

The candidate would be expected to: teach 3 - 6 credits per semester, on-campus, between the hours of 8am – 5pm.

The Adjunct Instructor is directly accountable to the Associate Dean or Department Chair for the following duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide classroom instruction for Basic Public Speaking courses.  
• Provide classroom instruction between the hours of 8am – 5pm.
• Fulfill contractual obligations during the term.
• Conduct each class according to the approved syllabus.
• Utilize the approved textbook and/or other instructional materials as approved.
• Be fully prepared and on time.
• Utilize LMS following University policies and procedures.
• Maintain course grades in LMS and submit grades at the applicable times.
• Support students by engaging them in class, answering questions in a timely manner, and referring them for additional support when necessary.
• Be familiar with and abide by University policies.
• Treat students and colleagues with respect and understanding of differences.
• Assist in the development of curriculum as appropriate.
• Complete annual mandatory compliance training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Necessary Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Communication or a related field and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in speech, Oral Communications.
• Experience teaching public speaking.
• Demonstrated evidence of professional growth through participation in continuing education and other related activities.
• Proficiency with teaching technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA in Speech, Oral Communication, Oratory, Persuasion Forensics, or a master's degree in a related field and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in speech, Oral Communications.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in student engagement techniques preferred.

Applicant Instructions:  

We require the following: 

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application.  Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission.  If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu.

Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

Search Committee Chair:      Dr. Kris Drumheller

Department:                            COFAH - Communication Department

Phone:                                     (806) 651-2816

Email:                                      kdrumheller@wtamu.edu

Affirmative Action Commitment Statement

West Texas A&M University and the College of Fine Arts and Humanities in the Communication Department are committed to hiring the person most qualified for the PTI/Adjunct Instructor for Basic Public Speaking position with equal treatment and access for all applicants, including affirmative action for women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

We will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.