Part-time Faculty Pool: Communication Studies

Overview

Salary: $65.60 - $84.79 Hourly
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number:
Closing: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Location:

Merced College, CA
Department:
Open pool for academic year

Additional Compensation for Doctorate

Ready to join the transformation? Merced College is not just your ordinary community college - we're pioneers of change, ready to redefine the educational landscape and set new standards for excellence! Situated in the heart of California's vibrant Central Valley, Merced College isn t just a workplace; it s a gateway to endless possibilities!

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About Us:

Founded in 1962, Merced College boasts a rich history of academic excellence and community engagement. We are on a mission to revolutionize the community college experience, blending tradition with innovation to create a dynamic learning environment.

Location Perks:
Merced offers a lifestyle with access to natural landscapes, a growing community, and proximity to major regions and attractions in California. It combines urban amenities with small-town charm.

Join the Merced College family and contribute to a culture of innovation, growth, and fulfillment. If you are passionate about making an impact and empowering others to succeed, Merced College invites you to apply.

Merced College and its mission/vision statements are included below for reference.

Merced College focuses on student success and transforming lives through education and workforce development. The college enumerates its vision as enriching the community through educational experiences and support services.

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, with a focus on student achievement.

This is a part-time instructional assignment in the English and Humanities Department under the general direction of the Dean of English and Humanities. The professor could be assigned to teach a variety of communications courses. The maximum teaching load is 10 units per semester, which may include evening and weekend hours.

• Provide innovative and effective instruction in accordance with current pedagogy and established course outlines and expectations
• Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance policies and maintain regular and substantive contact with students
• Maintain and submit required student attendance and scholastic records on the Learning Management System (e.g. grades and syllabi)
• Utilize the Learning Management System to deliver, prepare, and grade class assignments and examinations
• Maintain and utilize effective skills in instructional design, applications, and methods
• Post and maintain regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy
• Participate in the development and review of curriculum
• Participate in the development of teaching-learning methods and materials
• Participate in departmental, area, and campus professional activities/committees
• Represent the college within the Merced community and within professional circles
• Participate in the college s learning outcomes assessment program, including course, program, and institutional assessments to continually improve student learning outcomes

• Master s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication, or organizational communication OR
• Bachelor s degree in any of the above AND Master s degree in drama/theater arts, mass communication, or English OR
• Equivalent
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting duties, staff must respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

• Experience teaching in the field
• Current technology skills related to teaching in the discipline and a willingness to pursue future technological developments

• Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at

• Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
• Resume
• List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
• Legible…