Communications Instructor
Communications Instructor
General Purpose
Big Sandy Community and Technical College in Eastern Kentucky is seeking qualified applicants for a full time, 10-month position of Communication Instructor on our Pikeville Campus.
Essential Functions
- Teach both face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line classes, creating & maintaining an environment that is conducive to learning.
- Utilize the Learning Management System (Blackboard) to support classroom instruction.
- The faculty member is expected to develop, assess, and revise curriculum.
- Mentor students in curriculum and career choices.
- Use effective teaching methodologies and regularly update course content.
- Provide accurate and informative syllabi to communicate student expectations and establish mutual respect. Actively communicate expectations, deadlines, and feedback on work completed.
- Actively recruit, advise, and mentor students, maintaining regular office hours.
- Serve on college committees and participate in college events and activities, provide external service to the community, participate in professional development activities, and pursue leadership opportunities.
- Assist with departmental activities and pursue continued scholarly growth and development.
- To meet enrollment needs, faculty members may occasionally work on a different campus or off-campus site.
- The faculty member will be expected to teach introductory Communication courses such as Introduction to Communications, Basic Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Intercultural Communication, or other Communication classes as needed.
- Other duties may be assigned based on institutional need.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Communication will be considered. Credentials must be granted from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preferred Requirements
Master’s degree in Communication with college-level teaching experience, including experience in teaching on-line and using Blackboard are preferred