Adjunct Faculty, Communication and Public Relations (Dual In The Schools Program)

Position Type: Faculty

Department: Humanities

FLSA: Exempt

Union/Non Union: Non Union

Full Time or Part Time: Part Time

Job Description Summary:

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George’s Community College campus, or at off-campus locations. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree or equivalent certification and accreditation in related discipline (Communication, Public Relations, and/or Journalism) from recognized college, university or national, state, or regional organization.

• One year of teaching experience preferred at the college or high school level in the subject matter or significant professional experience relevant to the teaching area

• Degrees are applicable only if earned at accredited institutions and verified with official transcripts.

• Pertinent professional experience may be substituted for the master’s degree at the discretion of both the Academic Coordinator and Chair

• Must be currently employed by Prince George’s County Public Schools ( PGCPS ).

Job Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.