Offer summary

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Communication, Public Relations, or a closely related field is required., Experience teaching Communication courses online is essential., Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills are necessary., Knowledge of diverse cultures and populations is important. .

Key responsibilities:

Teach various Communication and Media Arts courses as assigned.

Collaborate with colleagues in the UC Online and Communication and Media Arts departments.

Provide timely feedback on student work and maintain communication through virtual office hours.

Participate in department-wide assessments and follow university policies.

Job description

Get Set for Cumberlands!

Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service.

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We are currently seeking candidates for teaching Communication and Media Arts online. Under the direction of the Director of UC Online and Chair of Communication and Media Arts, this position is responsible for teaching Communication and Media Arts courses. This position contributes to the fulfillment of the mission of the University in offering quality academic programs with Christian values to students of all backgrounds. Please identify the courses you are most interested in teaching within your application.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for teaching any of the following courses:
COMM 131 Intro to New Media
COMM 141 Fundamentals of Advertising & PR
COMM 150 Introduction to Journalism
COMM 230 Intro to Public Speaking
COMM 242 Audience Insight
COMM 250 Intro to Crisis Communication
COMM 251 Multimedia Journalism
COMM 332 Small Group Communication
COMM 334 Social Media
COMM 339 Communication Law & Ethics
COMM 356 Writing for the Mass Media
COMM 321 Argument in Everyday Life
COMM 430 Communication Capstone
COMM 432 Theories of Persuasion
COMM 434 Communication Theory

Collaborate with colleagues in the UC Online and Communication and Media Arts departments and throughout the university.

Deliver course materials using departmental syllabus, templates, required text(s), and other resources.
Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.
Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e-mail.
Maintain clear, consistent records in iLearn (Blackboard) and M
Participate in department-wide assessments.
Respond to student evaluations.
Follow university policies and procedures.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s in Communication, Public Relations, or closely related field.
Student-focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners, both traditional and nontraditional.
Ongoing professional development.
Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
Experience teaching Communication courses online.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PhD in Communication or closely related field.
Experience in developing online courses in Communication and Media Arts or related field.
Related certifications to specific coursework (e.g. Social Media).
Blackboard experience.
Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods.

Compensation: Commensurate with expertise and experience

Benefits: No

Job Type: Faculty

Job Location: On-Line

Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a

“life-more-abundant.”

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