Adjunct Faculty, Communication Generalist Monroe Community College

Monroe Community College

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Communication Generalist

• Monroe Community College
  
  

Location:

Rochester, NY

Category

Adjunct

Posted On

Tue Mar 17 2026

Job Description:Function of Position:Adjunct faculty prepare and teach courses in the department, develop new educational materials, and assist with the assessment of student learning, as appropriate. Classes may be assigned for the Brighton and/or Downtown Campus, extension site, or an online, remote, or hybrid modality, as needed. Adjunct faculty report to the chairperson of the Visual and Performing Arts Department. The successful candidate will bring a passion for teaching and a desire to support and mentor MCC students as they pursue educational and career goals.Potential courses include:COM 101

• Introduction to MediaCOM 118
• First-Year Seminar in CommunicationCOM 114
• Communication TheoriesCOM 235
• Media LiteracyCOM 241
• News ReportingCOM 244
• Social Media StrategiesCOM 245
• Public RelationsSPC 141
• Interpersonal Speech CommunicationSPC 142
• Public SpeakingSPC 143
• Small Group CommunicationSPC 208
• Communication, Advocacy, and DemocracyExamples of Duties and Responsibilities:
• Demonstrates and maintains current subject area knowledge
• Teaches courses and evaluates student performance in COM/SPC, as per guidelines set by the department and Monroe Community College
• Teaches course(s)/section(s), as outlined by the contract and as available
• Prepares lesson plans and creates instructional materials and activities for student engagement
• Prepares Course Information Sheet/Syllabus/Outlines in accordance with department and College guidelines
• Establishes and maintains an engaging and supportive classroom environment
• Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other records according to department and
• College guidelines and submits them in a timely manner
• Assists department with student retention and completion initiatives
• Develops innovative teaching pedagogies to facilitate learning
• Incorporates high-impact teaching practices into course design, as appropriate
• Actively engages in pedagogical and academic discipline professional development
• Demonstrates excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize workflow
• Performs other duties and responsibilities assigned by the department chair, as appropriateMCC Expectations:
• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.
  
  

Job Requirements:Job Requirements:Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Communication, Mass Media, Mass Communication, Communication and Rhetoric, Journalism, Public Relations, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution
• Ability to teach on-campus courses within the department
• Evidence of effective communication skills (interpersonal, speaking, and writing)
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive environment on campus
• Evidence of respect for and understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needs
• Evidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college
• Evidence of proficiency with technology
• Availability to teach daytime courses (MWF and/or TTh) and preferably at least one evening section
• Commitment to continued professional growthPreferred Qualifications:
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of, or experience in, implementing a variety of teaching strategies
• Awareness of the potential value of technology as a tool for teaching
• Experience