Communications Studies Instructor​/Co-Director of Forensics

Communications Studies Instructor / Co-Director of Forensics

Applicant instructions: Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PST on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications are not accepted.

Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with the faculty collective bargaining agreement and is not negotiable. The candidate selected must provide official transcripts, verification of experience,  employment eligibility, fingerprints, and medical certification. NOCCCD will not sponsor visa applications.

The District may fill one or more positions from this recruitment within eight (8) months.

Please submit only the requested materials. The minimum required number of references is five.

Reasonable accommodations are available; contact  at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

Travel expense reimbursement is available.
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• Title: Communications Studies Instructor / Co-Director of Forensics
• Department: CC Language Arts
• Location: Cypress College
• Full Time, Tenure Track
• Salary Range: $85,541 - $128,379 annually
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Desired
  
  Start Date:
  
  08/13/2026

North Orange County Community College District is one of California’s best two‑year districts, serving approximately 60,000 students at three campuses. Cypress College is a diverse, equity‑mindful institution, ranking high among community colleges and offering extensive support for faculty and staff, including professional development and multiple faculty‑staff associations.

Teach college‑level courses in Communication Studies and serve as Co‑Director of Forensics (Speech and Debate), responsible for developing and expanding the intercollegiate competition program.

• Teach courses such as Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Intercultural Communication, Small Group Communication, Argument and Critical Thinking, and Forensics.
• Develop curriculum, serve on departmental and college committees, and participate in professional development.
• Co‑direct the forensics program: coaching, fundraising, budgeting, student travel documentation, recruiting, traveling for tournaments, judging, and related duties.
• Maintain professional conduct, support student learning, develop culturally responsive pedagogy, and maintain office hours, meetings, and administrative responsibilities.
• Possibly work evenings and weekends as required.

• Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in speech, communication studies, or related field (or Bachelor’s plus Master’s in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English, or valid California teaching credential). Demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity, with sensitivity to diverse student populations.

• Experience directing or assisting high school/college forensics teams.
• Experience coaching speech/debate, recruiting, budgeting, travel arrangements, and judging.
• Recent college teaching in relevant subjects.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills, commitment to student success, instructional technology proficiency, and experience with Open Education Resources.
• Experience mentoring historically marginalised communities.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts with degree posted (official or unofficial)
• Separate list of graduate coursework relevant to the position
• Optional:
  Additional transcripts, NACES evaluation, California credential copy

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