About Raritan Valley Community College:

Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the #1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students.

The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu.

Job Description:

Raritan Valley Community College strives to prepare students for the challenges of the ever-changing global community. Interested applicants should be innovative and entrepreneurial individuals that understand the demands of a global workforce with an emphasis on creative thinking and effective communication.

The Department of Communications & Languages at Raritan Valley Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Instructor/Assistant Professor of Speech/Communication for the 2024-2025 academic year. The incoming instructor will be responsible for teaching core courses in communication, including Speech, Introduction to Communication Theory, Introduction to Mass Communication, and/or Intercultural Communication.

Candidates should be able to teach day, evening, or online classes. This tenure-track position is located on the Main RVCC Campus unless otherwise noted.

Essential Duties:

In addition to teaching core courses, be able to teach Communication Studies electives in digital-media production, social media, film studies, communication studies, or public relations.

Integrate teaching/learning technology into Communication courses.

Demonstrate continuous professional development within the discipline and in instructional methodologies.

Demonstrate or be willing to acquire skills for teaching online courses.

Regularly evaluate courses and student learning materials to ensure that learning outcomes and assessments are appropriate/effective.

Assist with departmental strategic planning, program reviews, and outcomes assessment.

Be an active contributing member of the college community.

Participate in student advisement.

Apply learning-centered principles to instruction using inclusive language and pedagogy to engage actively with diverse student perspectives.

Teach courses at various times and/or locations in response to institutional needs.

Develop and follow a syllabus for each course within college and departmental guidelines.

Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials.

Provide access to students through posted student hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.

Continue professional development in content areas, technology, and pedagogy.

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and community members.

Demonstrate commitment to teaching and working with a multicultural and multigenerational student body.

Adhere to college policies and procedures.

Requirements:

M.A./M.S. in Communication or related majors and/or relevant job experience.

Minimum of two years teaching experience.

Ability to teach day, evening and online classes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Online and/or Hybrid teaching experience.

Prior Community College teaching experience.

Application Instructions:

As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.

Please submit a cover letter, current resume/vita and unofficial transcripts online by clicking the "apply now" button.

Initial salary and rank will be based on the successful candidate's educational qualifications and professional experience. The College also offers an attractive employee benefits package.

We regret that we are unable to respond individually to each application. Applicants chosen for further consideration will be contacted directly.

Applications received by February 5th, 2024 will be considered in the first review of applicants.