Communications Instructor Helena College

Profile

Helena College University of Montana a comprehensive two-year college, provides access to and support of high quality lifelong educational opportunities for our diverse community. Helena College is seeking qualified applicants who wish to become part of a dynamic and creative team for a full-time tenure-track position as a Communications Instructor to begin August 2022.

Duties and Responsibilities

Helena College is seeking a full-time, tenure track, communications faculty. Helena College is committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation, and student success. Faculty are professional educators with the primary responsibility of providing quality educational experiences and support for all Helena College students, in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies, and procedures of the College.

The General Education program at Helena College has a well-established reputation for providing quality education, preparing graduates for employment within the field or transfer to continuing educational opportunities. Helena College offers a variety of both oral and written communication courses, and this position will teach the oral communications courses offered each semester. Communications courses are offered in face-to-face, blended, hyflex, and fully online formats.

This position will be responsible for teaching 30-32 credits in the academic year, in addition to other instruction-related and college service-related duties. This faculty position is expected to live in the Helena area as many college events, meetings, etc. may need to be attended in person.

Successful applicants will:

Demonstrate a commitment to and an understanding of the Helena College mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates all differences.

Function and communicate effectively and respectively within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.

Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.

This position will be responsible for:

Instruction of 30-32 credits per academic year, primarily in online, hyflex, and virtual formats.

Course preparation.

Curriculum design, both at the course and program level.

Assessment, both at the course and program level.

Use of a variety of teaching methods to enhance understanding, including lecture, group discussions and activities, case studies, etc.

Work and coordination with the full-time and adjunct faculty within the program.

Coordinate and work with the community for program promotion and growth opportunities.

Participation in necessary institutional functions such as, but not limited to, college committees, student clubs, student internships, student/faculty recruitment, budget development, program promotion, and collaboration with academic and student affairs.

Professional development/improvement activities, both educational and occupational.

Preferred Experience:

Education:

Experience teaching in higher education, preferably at the two-year level.

A strong commitment to student-centered learning and the ability to provide valuable learning experiences for students.

Experience in curriculum design, both at the course and the program level.

Experience in online instruction and design.

Ability to plan, develop, implement, evaluate/assess, and continuously improve instruction.

Ability to effectively combine an array of methods to enhance understanding, including lectures, group discussions and activities, demonstrations, individual activities, etc.

Understanding of and ability to use teaching methods that best serve individual students’ needs, interests, and ability to learn.

Ability to use technology to enhance online and remote teaching.

Collaborate with faculty and other stakeholders on program and curriculum development.

Familiarity with current issues and trends in higher education, specifically in two-year education.

Ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.

Communication Courses:

Intro to Public Speaking

Intro to Interpersonal Communications

Communication Skills:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Required Qualifications

A master’s degree in Communications, or another related program. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.

Preferred qualifications:

Prior teaching experience at the college level, at the two-year level, at least two years preferred.

Experience teaching online and using a LMS and educational technology.

Related experience in the field of communication.

The ability to create strong community relationships for program growth and student opportunities.

Benefit and Salary Information

New faculty salaries stipulated in the Helena Teachers' Union MFPE, NEA, AFT, AFL-CIO

Benefits include a comprehensive and competitive group benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, professional development, and wellness program.

Union Information

Helena Teachers' Union MFPE, NEA, AFT, AFL-CIO

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu