The Speech instructor will develop and deliver a variety of engaging speech courses for a diverse student body; provide academic support and guidance to students, fostering a positive learning environment; and contribute to curriculum development and enhancement to meet the needs of evolving programs.

 Reporting to the Department Head for Internal Partnerships, this Speech Instructor will also collaborate with other academic divisions to design, revise, and enhance the curriculum of courses that support Tri-County’s 2-year degree, diploma, and certificate programs. The instructor will engage with 2-year programs and actively participate in their growth and enhancement. The instructor will contribute to the development of certificate programs and establish new internal partnerships for the Speech faculty and curriculum, aligning with our commitment to excellence in education.

 Job Duties Include (but are not limited to): 

Teach assigned courses using systematically planned and delivered instruction for the program.

Review, evaluate, and revise on a continuing basis course objectives, instructional materials, and course syllabi. Design new courses as needed. Insure compliance with all accrediting guidelines.

Serve as academic advisor to students and participate in student recruitment and development.

 Maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate level of achievement, and assign grades for the program.

Participate in professional development activities to improve teaching competence and to stay current in the teaching field; serve on College committees and participate in recruiting and marketing activities.

Other duties as required by the Assistant Dean.

This is a face-to-face position.  

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Speech and/or Communications (coursework may include courses with prefixes such as SPC or COMM in order to be credentialed for this role).

Additional Comments

Tri-County Technical College offers a comprehensive benefits package for FTE positions that includes, but is not limited, to the following: 

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance and optional supplements life insurance for employee, spouse, and children. 
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs: 401k with employer contributions. 
• Professional Development Opportunities: Team bonding activities/events and professional training programs. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services. 
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules, 37.5 work weeks and abbreviated Fridays.

 
Tri-County Technical College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.