FY22 – Communication Studies Instructor East Los Angeles College Monterey Park, CA On-site
Job Description
East Los Angeles College
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
FY22 – Communication Studies Instructor
Full-Time Tenure Track C Basis
Deadline Date To File:June 3, 2022Issue Date: April 5, 2022
East Los Angeles College (ELAC) announces an opening for a full-time, tenure track position as Instructor of Communication Studies in the Department of Communication Studies starting in the Fall 2022 semester. Qualified individuals are invited to apply.
ELAC is dedicated to providing the highest quality of transfer and workforce education courses, along with superior adult education, basic skills, and community service programs.We serve a culturally diverse community in a dynamic urban setting with the purpose of supporting students in achieving associate of arts degrees, general education, skill certificates, and/or personal development.The college seeks to fulfill the potential of each student through innovative teaching methods, the latest in educational technology, and committed support services. For more information about ELAC, please visit our website at www.elac.edu.
DEPARTMENT
ELAC’s Communication Studies Department offers an AA-T Degree in Communication Studies that include courses in English Speech as a Second Language, Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Intercultural Communication, Argumentation and Debate, Individual Events, Forensics Activities, Oral Interpretation of Literature, Small Group Communication, and Communication and New Media. The department prides itself on offering students opportunities for intellectual growth both in and outside the classroom. To achieve that goal, the department has an established Communication Studies Student Club (Comm. Club) and is home to the nationally recognized East Los Angeles College Speech and Debate team.
POSITION
ELAC seeks a full-time tenure track instructor of Communication Studies (10-month annual contract). The position will begin in the Fall 2022 semester. The assignment may include teaching at off-campus centers and/or evening and weekend classes.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communication; OR
Bachelor’s in any of the above, AND Master’s in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or English;
OR the equivalent.
Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Eligibility Requirement: COVID-19 VACCINATION
Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee’s Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.
Duties And Responsibilities
In accordance with its mission as a community college, instruction at ELAC includes lower division courses. Faculty members at ELAC are expected to facilitate student learning by designing varied and exciting learning environments. The regular weekly teaching load is 15 standard hours. The newly hired instructor should be prepared to hold student conference hours, attend department meetings, be active on committees, and participate in other activities required by the College or the District. Evening and/or weekend classes may be scheduled based on department needs. In addition to the regular weekly teaching load, duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
Teach various Communication courses;
Maintain scheduled office hours for student contact;
Participate in student advisement, COMM Club, and Outreach;
Organize and create effective outreach tools;
Participate in the development and review of curriculum and assessment of learning;
Participate in the development and the assessment of student learning outcomes (SLOs) and program learning outcomes (PLOs);
Participate in various committees throughout the campus and represent the department’s interests;
Assume departmental duties as assigned by the chairperson (e.g., participate in program review, plan and attend advisory committee meetings, revise course outlines, assist with student advisement, and participate actively on campus and committees);
Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the discipline;
Develop and update department course curricula including developing hybrid and/or online courses;
Develop resources, materials, and strategies, including using multimedia technology to teach students in a multicultural environment;
Demonstrate knowledge of the field and willingness to advise students about professional opportunities;
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students;
Participate in creating an inclusive, equitable workplace that promotes and values diversity;
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desirable Qualifications
Master’s or higher in Communication Studies, Speech, Rhetoric, Organizational Communication, or a related discipline;
Evidence of successful in-person and online classroom experience at the community college or university level;
Experience with developing and teaching courses online or using other distance-learning methodologies on a learning management system (Distance Education Certified);
Experience in the development, assessment, and evaluation of student learning outcomes and demonstrated ability to utilize learning outcomes assessment results to improve instruction and instructional support programs;
Experience in Competitive Speaking programming, coaching, and instruction;
Demonstrated success in the coordination of faculty, staff, and students in the delivery of a high-achieving competitive speaking program;
Experience in teaching Communication and new media with CMC knowledge;
Demonstrated ability to employ a variety of teaching techniques and strategies to address the diverse learning needs of students;
Experience designing and teaching curricula that incorporate best practices and are responsive to the needs and interest of underprepared and/or historically underrepresented students;
Experience cultivating and identify lower or zero cost textbook resources for Communication Studies courses;
Experience/ability to build partnerships across campus and across institutions to improve success of Communication Studies students;
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with first-generation college students using multi-modal approaches and student-centered pedagogy, including involvement with first year experience programs;
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written English;
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and students;
Salary And Benefits
Salary and other terms of employment are competitive. Depending on experience and professional preparation, the starting faculty salary ranges from $62,140 to $96,750 for the academic year. The doctoral differential is $3,920 per academic year.The District provides an excellent benefit package including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents.
Application Procedure
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software by creating an applicant’s profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments.Please go to Search Jobs – Realize Your Potential: citylaccd (csod.com) to file the application.
For Consideration In The Selection Process, All Qualified Candidates Interested In The Position Must Submit All Of The Following Using The LACCD On-Line System
A detailed letter of interest addressing the responsibilities and qualifications (1-2 pages describing your interest in the position);
Current Resume or Vitae;
Transcripts from all degree awarding institutions. Before scanning your transcripts, please circle or highlight the degree and the date conferred (Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (NACES).(Official Transcripts are required if hired);
A list of at least 3 references including the names, titles, address, telephone numbers and e-mail of individuals who can assess the candidate’s qualifications for the position.
In order for your application to be completed successfully, please read the job announcement carefully and thoroughly and upload all required materials.The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30PM June 3, 2022 to be considered.Application materials may not be submitted by Fax, Mail or E-Mail.All materials submitted will become the property of ELAC.After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews.
In order for your application to be completed successfully, please read the job announcement carefully and thoroughly and upload all required materials.The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30PM June 3, 2022 to be considered.Application materials may not be submitted by Fax, Mail or E-Mail.All materials submitted will become the property of ELAC.After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews.
Submission of the online application and all related materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Incomplete applications will not be considered for this position. All materials submitted will become the property of East Los Angeles College. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for interviews.
Note: The District does not provide expense reimbursements for those invited to interviews.
Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications.ELAC reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time.Notification regarding advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant.
For Questions Concerning The Application Process, Please Contact
Aura Orellana in Instructional Services
323-265-8723
For Additional Information Regarding The Job Description, Please Contact
MyHanh Anderson, Communication Studies Department Chairperson
323-260-8166
andersmv@elac.edu.
Individuals protected by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least five business days prior notice.Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.
