Description
Teach undergraduate communications courses—including public speaking, media writing, public relations, broadcasting, and journalism—with a primary focus on instruction and student success. Develop and deliver curriculum, assess learning, advise students, and support program and community engagement.
- • Prepare and deliver lectures and learning activities for communications courses.
- • Evaluate and grade students' assignments, projects, and exams with timely feedback.
- • Develop syllabi, assignments, rubrics, and handouts aligned to course outcomes.
- • Create, administer, and grade examinations and other assessments.
- • Facilitate inclusive classroom, studio, and online discussions.
- • Maintain attendance, grades, and required records in the LMS.
- • Hold regular office hours to advise and assist students.
- • Mentor students on academic plans, internships, and career pathways.
- • Supervise student internships, practicums, labs, or capstone projects.
- • Plan, evaluate, and revise course content and teaching methods.
- • Select and manage textbooks, OER, and instructional supplies.
- • Integrate media production tools, broadcast facilities, and software into instruction.
- • Collaborate with colleagues on course coordination and program assessment.
- • Participate in student recruitment, orientation, and placement activities.
- • Serve on departmental or college committees and contribute to accreditation tasks.
- • Advise or support student media and communications organizations.
- • Organize guest speakers, industry panels, and community-engaged projects.
- • Provide academic accommodations and uphold accessibility and academic integrity standards.
- • Keep current with communication industry trends and pedagogy through professional development.
- • Assist with program operations such as scheduling, studio oversight, and equipment checkout.
- • Contribute to grant applications or partnerships that enhance teaching and student learning.
- • Engage in outreach to industry partners to connect coursework with practice.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
