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Instructor in Communication Studies (Speech Communication) (Part-Time Pool)

Ventura County Community College District

Salary : –

Job Type : Part-Time Faculty

Job Number : 2025-00536

Location : Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA

Department : Districtwide

Closing : Continuous

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Under general direction of a dean, an Instructor provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds to facilitate attainment of academic or vocational objectives. I may be employed up to 67% of a full‑time assignment.

WHO WE ARE

Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD’s three colleges – Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College – offer transfer programs, career technical training, basic skills instruction, and community services. VCCCD recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and administrators promote academic excellence and create an inclusive environment for employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves. VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff dedicated to the success of all college students.

Representative Duties

Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher‑order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one‑on‑one, classroom, and distance‑mediated instructional settings.

Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.

Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.

Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.

Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.

Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.

Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization.

Update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course.

May participate in curriculum and program development; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes.

May attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings.

May participate in articulation and matriculation related activities.

May provide work direction to others.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.

Master’s degree in speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, 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 the equivalent; or possession of a valid California Community College Teaching Credential appropriate to the discipline.

All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.

If you have competed your education at an institution outside of the United States, please see the section below titled “Foreign Transcripts” for additional information.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

If a vacancy in this discipline becomes available at one of the campuses, the applications in this pool will be reviewed by the hiring department. Only complete application packets that include the required documents and that meet the minimum qualifications (or that have been determined to possess equivalent qualifications) will be reviewed. The candidates deemed most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the information provided.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you need assistance using the online application system please contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at (855) 524‑5627 between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. You may submit a new application once every 24 hours, but it must have all of the attachments as listed below. Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification. Please note that only the most recent application submitted will be considered.

A completed Ventura County Community College District / GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.

Cover Letter. The cover letter must include the following : A) the date, your name, and the position and locations for which you are applying, B) address your sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and C) provide the screening committee with an understanding of how you will contribute as a fully participating member of the VCCCD community.

Resume.

Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required). If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.

Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency (if applicable).

Complete official or unofficial college / university transcripts. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS

If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education to search for institutions that are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation. If applicable, an official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon hire.

PAY PHILOSOPHY

Starting salaries for PT Faculty are based on educational achievement and relevant experience. Initial placement is within the starting salary range. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth. Please review the Explanation of Salary Placement for Part-Time Faculty for more information.

STARTING SALARY

Part-time faculty with classroom assignments are paid between $2,408 and $3,108 per semester per 10% load.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview process who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, must notify the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to the interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request in an email to HRMail@vcccd.edu and include an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD, including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our Academic Careers page.

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