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Instructor of Applied Communication

Winston Salem State University

Commensurate with education and experience

United States, North Carolina, Winston-Salem

601 South Martin Luther King Junior Drive (Show on map)

Jan 17, 2025

Instructor of Applied Communication

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title	Instructor
FLSA	Exempt
Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)	80093
EPA Position Type
JCAT	205000

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Department of Communication and Media Studies invites applications for a 9-month Instructor of Applied Communication position with a start date of August 2025. Applications are encouraged by candidates with prior experience teaching courses in applied communication to culturally and linguistically diverse students at the university level. This is a one-year position to be reappointed annually, contingent upon performance and departmental needs.

The Department of Communication and Media Studies focuses upon the emerging digital forms of media in the 21st Century with emphasis on their significant effects to human and social communication. A greater opportunity to study purposeful communication on a local and global scale is provided by the department to give the students opportunities to produce innovative media products to increase and enhance global-intercultural awareness.

Position Information

Working Position Title	Instructor of Applied Communication
Building and Room No.	Hall Patterson, Room TBD
Appointment Type	Permanent Full-Time
If Time Limited.	No
Appointment Length.	9/10 Months
Position Number	001805

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies	No
Normal Work Schedule	M-F, various class and meeting times
Department Required Skills	Faculty in the Department of Communication and Media Studies seek candidates with demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in a diverse higher education setting and an ability to implement various technologies that engage students in the learning process. We are especially interested in candidates who focus on student success, student learning and student support as evidenced by their instructional delivery and professional background. Applicants must hold a master's degree in applied communication, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Evidence of at least three years of successful teaching experience in the field at the college/university level and demonstrated ability to teach foundational oral communication courses in general education. Demonstrable evidence of teaching undergraduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Evidence of utilizing various technologies that engage students in the learning process.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education	We welcome candidates with a demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy practices, social justice, and innovation. Evidence of utilizing various technologies that engage students in the learning process. Evidence of utilizing Adobe Suite applications to engage students in the learning process. Teaching experience in communication theory, strategic communication, and rhetoric and cultural studies. Proficiency in Adobe software, emerging technologies and social media applications.
Required License or Certification
Valid US Driver's License	No
Commercial Driver's License Required	No
Physical Required	No
List any other medical/drug tests required

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Winston-Salem State University seeks committed and engaged full-time faculty members for the Department of Communication and Media Studies who will perform specific duties at a high level. These duties include but are not limited to the following:

Teaching and Advising

Teach a full load (4:4) of undergraduate applied communication courses and general education courses via face-to-face, online, and hybrid modalities.
Communicate effectively with students and monitor their academic progress through EAB Navigate and other student success management systems.
Construct detailed course syllabi.
Facilitate high quality, engaging instruction.
Engage with students during mandatory office hours each week.
Leverage various multimedia technologies to communicate regularly with students and provide feedback on student success outcomes.
Collaborate with faculty within the department, across the university, and at other institutions to create and facilitate learning opportunities in applied communication.

Service and Engagement

Attend departmental, College and university meetings consistently.
Serve on departmental-level committees.
Serve on College- and university-level committees.
Maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Details

Internal Posting Only	No
Position Type	Faculty
Time Limited Position	No
Appointment Length	9/10 Months
Salary	Commensurate with education and experience
Open Date	01/16/2025
Close Date	02/17/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions Summary	Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Document

Required Documents

Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcript
References List

Optional Documents

Letter of Reference 1
Letter of Reference 2
Letter of Reference 3