Part-Time Instructor of Journalism

Job Summary/Purpose:PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To provide instruction in college journalism courses. Part-time instructor’s direct student discussion and evaluate student performance in the classroom.

Terms of Employment:

• This is a part-time (< .50 FTE) non-benefited position, hired on a term-by-term basis. Hours of work may include evening or weekend teaching assignments.
• Part-Time Faculty compensation begins at Step 1 / $622 per load unit (LU). Load Unit is not always equivalent to class credit; and shall include both teaching and other assignments.
• Part-Time Faculty positions are not represented by the Faculty Forum Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• May include travel throughout the College district.
• Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants anticipating Degree completion must supply a letter from his/her university stating the degree title and that the degree will be granted by that date.
• COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.
• The College is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this position.
• Upon hire, must pass criminal background check and/or driving history; only information relevant to the position will be considered.

Essential Functions:
Provide instruction in News Reporting & Writing courses (J 216 and J 217) with direction from the Advisor to Student Media and Humanities Department Chair and in accordance with course-specific learning outcomes and relevant College instructional policies applicable to all instruction all faculty.

Teaching assignments in instructional time-blocks (e.g. early morning and/or late afternoon) as required by humanities department program scheduling and staffing needs.

Work cooperatively with the and Humanities Department Chair and with the Advisor to Student Media and accept direction from assigned Designated and Peer Evaluators, in developing and implementing syllabi, teaching methods, assignments, and grading standards to achieve program-wide student learning outcomes.

Be accessible and responsive to student, departmental and College communiqués, not only by addressing contacts face-to-face during class and office hours, but also by monitoring frequently and responding promptly to communications initiated via the faculty member’s departmental office mail box, COCC office telephone voicemail, COCC network electronic mail, and COCC Outlook conferences maintained by the department and its programs. Monitor and adhere to essential departmental and program information and curricular requirements relevant to part-time instructor’s teaching assignments communicated by other means (e.g. via orientation, voicemail, email, and individual meeting/s with the dept. chair and experienced program faculty peer/s).

Perform other essential duties by required deadlines relevant to part-time faculty teaching assignments, as assigned.

Attend face-to-face general departmental and specific program meetings.

Perform other essential duties by required deadlines relevant to part-time instructor teaching assignments, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

1. Willingness and ability to travel and teach instructional assignments at the Redmond, Madras and/or Prineville campuses or online, as required by the humanities department program scheduling and staffing needs.

2. Basic computer and other technological proficiencies, or aptitudes to acquire such proficiencies, as needed to deliver instruction in multimedia classrooms and to communicate effectively using College networked systems.

3. Visual ability, corrected (e.g. with reliable prescription glasses) if required, to enable instructor to teach, observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.

4. Effective oral communication skills using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.

5. Effective written communication skills using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.

6. Willingness and ability to work with the Humanities Department Chair, Advisor to Student Media, and other College entities as needed to deliver outcomes-based instruction consistent with program curricula, to supply requested data for program assessment, and to meet College requirements and deadlines applicable to all COCC faculty.

7. Ability to work effectively and sensitively with constituents from diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives.

Physical Demands and Other Ergonomic Requirements:
Working hours vary according to number and credit/load unit value of assigned Journalism course(s). Example, for each 3 credit course, the instructor will be expected to provide 3 hours of in-class instruction (including instructional preparation time), and at least 1 office hour per week to confer with enrolled students, plus additional time as needed to accomplish assigned other “Essential Functions.” Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand at workstation for extended periods. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms. Requires near visual acuity to write, read written materials and computer screens, and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

It is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any of the classes protected under Federal and State statutes in any education program, activities, or employment. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Equal Employment Officer, c/o COCC’s Human Resources office, 541.383.7216.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, employees with bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Journalism, or any related field specializing in journalism education, mass communication and/or digital media.

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications:
Successful experience teaching journalism, mass media, and/or reporting at the high school or college level, or evidence of relevant preparation/experience promising success in teaching college-level writing, and such experience/preparation should demonstrate content knowledge and teaching applications current in the professional field of journalism.

Preparation and training in pedagogy and teaching.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Part-time instructor pools are posted for the academic year to obtain applications from those interested in teaching part-time as a non-benefited instructor, on a term-by-term basis. Positions may not necessarily be available at the time you apply. Your online application will remain active for consideration throughout the length of the posting unless you are notified otherwise. COCC is not able to support work visas for this position. Candidates must be able to work in the United States at time of employment. Note that you will be required to upload/create the required documents indicated in this posting at the time you apply. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to upload all required documents, including transcript(s). If you have questions please contact HR at 541-383-7216.