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Adjunct Faculty, Master's Communication (Online)
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by SEIU, Local 500, and
the terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the terms of a
Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University and the SEIU that is
now being negotiated.
This is a posting for those interested in being included in the applicant pool
for this position. There is no guarantee that the University is actively
hiring for an open position at this time. Should a position be available, and
a review of your qualifications results in a decision to pursue your
candidacy, the hiring manager will contact you directly. Your application will
remain active in the pool until the posting is closed.
Posting Details
Position Description
Posting Number 201201516P
Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Master's Communication (Online)
Department School of Design, Arts and Communication: Master's in Communication
Position Summary Adjunct faculty at Stevenson University will engage in teaching activities in accordance with the University's Faculty Workload. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching courses in the online graduate program in Communication.
Education/Experience Ph.D. in Communication, Speech or related discipline and a strong commitment to quality online teaching, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of college level teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability
Knowledge of asynchronous online teaching with Blackboard or a similar
online learning platform.
Demonstrated teaching ability to teach graduate level Communication
courses, such as theory, research methods, nonverbal, intercultural,
conflict, crisis media literacy, communication ethics, and capstone.
Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
Demonstrated ability to practice inclusive teaching.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel
and Outlook.
Familiarity with educational assessment practices
Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, community, diversity,
equity, and inclusion.
Experience working with Blackboard or a similar learning management
system.
Well-developed organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
Ability to recruit students into the program
Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed when grades are due.
Physical Requirements Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time. Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
Essential Functions
Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours
per academic year (August through May), with no more than 9 contact
hours taught in an individual semester.
Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory,
or hybrid or online courses and in immediate preparation for them;
maintaining competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching
materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing
individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers;
evaluating presentations and projects; providing academic accommodations
for students with documented disabilities.
Other responsibilities include writing syllabi, reading and responding to
emails promptly, grading course work within a time frame that enables the
student to incorporate feedback on their next assignment, submitting mid-
term and final grades by posted deadline, and alerting appropriate
university personnel to student problems on a timely basis.
Complete training or professional development as required by the
University.
Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances
teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the
academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a
collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical
principles when dealing with other faculty members, students,
administrators, and members of the public. Follow all faculty and program
policies outlined by the School and the University.
Every faculty member is guaranteed academic freedom in accordance with the
statement on academic freedom and responsibilities of faculty members as
set forth in the Stevenson University Policies.
Teaching assignments are teaching asynchronous online classes.
Meeting classes for the full class time during the scheduled dates and
times is expected.
Reports To Graduate Program Director, Communication
Quick Link for Posting https: // stevenson.peopleadmin.com/postings/11025
Posting Information
Number of Available Positions Varies as needed based on the needs of the department
Work Location Other
Position Category Faculty
Position Type Adjunct Faculty
Months/Year variable
Hrs/Week variable
Hrs/Year
If scheduled to work less than 12 months, beginning date
Ending Date
FLSA Exempt
Payroll Monthly
Hiring Salary Range Anticipated to be $1,484 per credit/contact hour (depending upon enrollment)
Benefits https: // www. stevenson.edu/human-resources/benefits/
Recruitment Instructions Open to All Applicants
Posting Date 03/19/2026
Closing Date/Application Deadline
Open Until Filled No
EEO Statement Stevenson University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
I understand that this posting is to create an applicant pool for this position and there is no guarantee that there is an open position at this time. My application will remain on file until the posting is closed.
I understand and agree.
Do you hold a Ph.D., Ed.D., or other equivalent doctoral degree in a communication discipline?
Yes
No
In what discipline area is your earned doctorate degree?
(Open Ended Question)
Please list any courses you have taught at the college level.
(Open Ended Question)
How many years of experience do you have teaching online courses?
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
Other Document
