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 (MA or MFA ) or equivalent* with a minimum of 12 graduate credits in Mass Communication or Emerging Media. (Satisfactory completion of 30 semester hours or more of relevant academic study in an accredited doctoral program may, at the discretion of the vice president, be determined to meet this requirement.)

• Teaching experience at the college or high school level or training experience in the area of Mass Communication.

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience relevant to the teaching area of Mass Communication or Emerging Media.

• Preference given to candidates who have professional, teaching, or training experience in Audio, Television, Video or Film Production as well.

• A combination of education, training, credentials and/or experience that meets the needs and requirements of the department

• Official documentation of credentials and degrees may be requested; degrees are recognized only if earned at an accredited institution.

  KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Mastery of course content

• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff

• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction

• Ability to teach in face to face, remote and online modalities, as needed

• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.).

• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills

• Research skills (where appropriate)

• Time management, planning and organizational skills

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Problem-solving and analytical ability

• Language skills

• Willingness to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated).

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:

Effective August 8, 2022, Prince George’s Community College’s current vaccine mandate will expire for students, faculty, and staff. Select exceptions may apply. Face coverings will be voluntary campus-wide, including in classrooms and instructional spaces. Although the College will no longer require new employees and students to be vaccinated as a condition of employment or instruction based on current public health conditions, COVID -19 vaccines and boosters are strongly recommended.

Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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.