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Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site

$48.67/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

A qualified faculty member meets the discipline standard through one of two routes: * Possesses an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited ...

Part-time Faculty, Architecture

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

Part-time Faculty, History

San Marcos, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

Part-Time Faculty Duties and Responsibilities The part-time faculty member reports directly to the dean for assignments/duties and is responsible for: * Preparing for courses as assigned and adhering ...

Part-time Faculty, Spanish

San Marcos, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

Part-time Faculty, Dance

San Marcos, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

Part-time Faculty, Kinesiology

San Marcos, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

Part-Time Faculty Duties and Responsibilities The part-time faculty member reports directly to the dean for assignments/duties and is responsible for: * Preparing for courses as assigned and adhering ...

Part-time Faculty, Nursing

San Marcos, CA ยท On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Work Schedule A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as ...

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Infographic showing various Faculty Member job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,896 per year, or $40.3 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Ivy Tech

Indianapolis, IN โ€ข On-site

$48.67/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty - Communications
Location: Indianapolis
Job Type: Part-time
Classification: Adjunct faculty
Salary Range: $48.67 Per Contact Hour
Reports To: Department/Program Chair
Who We Are:
Ivy Tech is Indiana's community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana's communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.
Our Values:
โ€ข Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
โ€ข Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
โ€ข Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
โ€ข Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.
About the Role:
Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
  • Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
  • Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
  • Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
  • Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning.
  • Interact with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines and expectations.
  • Maintain a safe, quality educational environment.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A qualified faculty member meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:
  • Possesses an earned master's or higher degree in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution; or
  • Possesses an earned master's or higher degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech or communication, from a regionally accredited institution.

COMM 101 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in public speaking meets the course standard through one of the following three routes:
  • Meets Communication discipline standard, or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., rhetoric, linguistics, homiletics, law, theatre, public relations).

COMM 102 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in interpersonal communication meets the course standard through one of following three routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard, or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., social work, counseling, sociology, psychology).

COMM 201 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in COMM 201 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard; or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., public relations, journalism, marketing, advertising, telecommunications).

COMM 202 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in COMM 202 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard; or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., counseling, organizational psychology).

COMM 203 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in COMM 203 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard; or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., theatre, performance studies).

COMM 204 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in COMM 204 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard, or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., speech pathology, theatre, performance studies).

COMM 211 Course Standard
A qualified faculty member in COMM 211 meets the course standard through one of two routes:
  • Meets the Communication discipline standard, or
  • Possesses an earned master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in a discipline related to the course (e.g., marketing, public relations, public affairs).

Must demonstrate ability to promote an environment that reflects the broad backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:
Health & Wellness
  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
  • Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits
  • All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits
  • Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.