Part-Time Instructor of Communications

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by Modern Think, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

The School of Arts and Sciences at Dalton State College invites applicants for a part-time instructor of communication. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the basic public speaking (Fundamentals of Speech, COMM 1110) and possibly additional courses in their area of expertise. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, off-campus, or online courses.

Thanks to outstanding community support, the School of Arts and Sciences has state-of-the-art facilities for media production on MAC computers.

A complete application must include (1) a letter of interest, (2) a curriculum vita, (3) two current letters of reference*, and (4) transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening however official transcripts will be required upon employment.

* During the application process please list the references you will be having to submit letters. The letters should be sent to hire boldly and should indicated clearly which position the candidate has applied.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

A complete application must include a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts of all college work (official transcripts are required upon hiring), and two current letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

* Teach courses at the undergraduate level.

Required Qualifications

* Applicants must hold an earned Master's degree from an accredited college with at least 18 graduate credit hours in communication, public speaking, rhetoric, mass communication, film, media studies, or related communication field.

Preferred Qualifications

* College classroom teaching experience

* Earned doctorate

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* Ability to teach in face-to-face, hybrid, and online classrooms

* Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and use applied learning approaches

* Support the DSC Vision, Mission and Values and foster an environment of diversity in culture, thought and experience

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at…