Human Communication Studies - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

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Human Communication Studies - Part-Time Lecturer Pool Department of Human Communication Studies Part-Time Lecturer Pool POSITION The Department of Human Communication Studies at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer Pool. We welcome applications from individuals who are experienced and student centered to teach in the following subject areas: Public Speaking Introduction to Communication Studies Essentials of Argumentation Introduction to Research in Communication Studies Quantitative Research Methods Other courses listed under HCOM in the university catalogue (https://catalog.fullerton.edu/) This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. APPOINTMENTS FROM THE PART-TIME POOL ARE TEMPORARY AND OFTEN MADE JUST PRIOR TO THE START OF THE ACADEMIC TERM. APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON VERY SHORT NOTICE. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A Master's degree in Communication Studies or related field or equivalent experience. Candidates should have prior teaching experience at the university level. Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students. Coursework or prior teaching experience in the particular course topic. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with a record of professional writing and currency. HOW TO APPLY A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements: Required materials at time of application: Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach Curriculum Vitae Copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree A list of three (3) references with contact information Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words): This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students. Sample of course syllabi (if available) Teaching Evaluations (if available) Documentation of teaching effectiveness (if available) Required materials before official hire: Three letters of recommendation Official transcripts from the institution's Registrar's office emailed to crbarnett@fullerton.edu Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Zac Johnson, Department Chair, at zjohnson@fullerton.edu APPOINTMENT DATE AND ACADEMIC CALENDAR The need for part-time faculty is greatest in Fall and Spring semesters. The Fall term begins in the late August and ends in mid-December; the Spring term runs from the middle of January through the end of May. On rare occasions part-time faculty are needed during one of the Summer Session segments. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Regular performance evaluations of part-time lecturers are made by the department in accord with the faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and University Policy Statement 210.070. These performance evaluations determine which lecturers will be retained for future and continued teaching assignments. And in some instances, syllabi, assignments and reading material will be reviewed by the departmental personnel committee. APPOINTMENT AND SALARY All part-time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only. Classification Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per month Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three-unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester. For a description of potential benefits, go to: https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html ABOUT THE COLLEGE AND THE DEPARTMENT The College The College of Communications strives to prepare communicators to advance a democratic society by undertaking critical academic inquiry, serving the community, and engaging in ethical and professional practice across all communications industries and in related fields. The Department The mission of the Department is to provide students with an understanding of communication processes in a culturally diverse society. An in-depth understanding of communication processes brings a number of benefits, including the ability to analyze communication barriers and the competency to facilitate effective communication between individuals, within organizations, between organizations and their customers or constituencies, and across cultures. The Department provides a strong foundation of theory in its degree programs, and each program gives its students the experience they need in applying theory in a variety of contexts. Knowledge and skills are developed in the classroom through the use of case study methodology and other learning strategies and through internship experiences, which allow students to apply their knowledge and skills in their eventual work settings. Some students are encouraged to pursue careers in college and university teaching and research by continuing their education at the doctoral level in the field of communication studies or

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