Adjunct Instructor- Public Speaking

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Public Speaking Adjunct Instructor.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

To create a pool of qualified applicants, FVSU's Department of Arts and Communications accepts applications for adjunct faculty to teach public speaking course offerings throughout the year. Applications are kept in the pool through the duration of the academic school year. The Arts and Communications Department is seeking applicants for an Adjunct Instructor. This position will include teaching in-person, hybrid, and online public speaking courses, as needed by the department. Adjunct faculty provide instruction for 15-week courses (Fall, Spring) and/or 8-week courses (Summer). There is no guarantee of continued employment beyond the semester course assignment. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and committed to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students. They will demonstrate flexibility in meeting the instructional and general responsibilities of their course assignment, including the effective use of diverse learning resources and technologies.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Teach courses which may include Introduction to Communication Studies, Interpersonal Communication, and Public Speaking;
• Develop and deliver course content that is engaging, relevant, and accessible to students;
• Foster a stimulating classroom environment that encourages student participation and success;
• Maintain accurate student records and provide reasonable accommodations as per ADA guidelines;
• Respond to student communications promptly and ensure access to course information; and

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in communication studies or a related field;
• Strong commun0ication, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
• Able to work with diverse student populations and faculty;
• Proficiency in instructional technology and learning management systems (i.e. Desire 2 Learn, Banner Web, etc); and
• Committed to culturally responsive teaching strategies and practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• College teaching experience; and
• Available to teach during afternoon and/or evening hours.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.