Pool Lecturer - Communication Studies

Division/College:
College of Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities

Description of College/Department/Program/Division/Unit

The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) includes departments and programs in the humanities, social sciences and interdisciplinary studies, as well as departments in the School of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA). CASSH/VPA continues the established liberal studies tradition of providing curricula leading to the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degree.

CASSH/VPA is dedicated to providing quality innovative instruction and creative learning experiences which prepare students for future careers and education. Such learning allows students to continue to develop meaningful, responsible lives. Graduates of the college will have developed the ability to communicate effectively, to think critically, to conduct sound research, to understand complex issues, to use knowledge in all aspects of life, to participate meaningfully as global citizens, and to discover and apply carefully considered values.

CASSH/VPA faculty and staff are committed to maintaining academic integrity and high ethical standards. CASSH/VPA, through its faculty, students, and curricula, also is dedicated to advancing cultural diversity. By developing partnerships and encouraging professional connections, the college works diligently to establish its membership in the broader community.

The academic community within the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities and School of Visual and Performing Arts supports a strong general education program, nurtures exceptional disciplinary programs, and creates innovative interdisciplinary and international programs, which together promote lifelong personal and professional learning for every individual who comes through their programs.

Under general supervision of the department chair, the person in this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. This includes preparing for and holding classes (face‑to‑face, hybrid, and/or online), maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. The workload may also involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department.

Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean.

• Teach college courses in the Communication Studies Department.
• Evaluate students’ work and maintain appropriate records.
• Hold office hours and provide student support.
• Participate in faculty service as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in CST or Speech (except in rare circumstances where post‑baccalaureate certification or licensure or a baccalaureate plus experience can be established as appropriate).
• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Experience teaching Public Speaking.
• All persons hired for Academic Instruction must submit all official copies of transcripts upon hire.

• Experience teaching Communication Skills.
• Experience teaching Interpersonal, Group communication.
• Knowledge of or sensitivity to diversity.
• Positive student evaluations.

Academic (9 Mo)

At the time of application, include names, email addresses, and phone numbers of at least three professional references. All persons hired for Academic Instruction will be required to submit all official copies of transcripts to Human Resources upon hire.

UW‑La Crosse does not offer H‑1B or other work‑authorization visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. Contact Human Resources at 608‑785‑8013 for questions regarding sponsorship.

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