Communication Faculty

Employer

South Piedmont Community College

Job Location

Located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway (OCH) Campus in Monroe, NC

Salary Grade

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits

Job Reports To

Chair, Department of Arts and Humanities

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: 01/29/2026

Closes: 05/31/2026

Target Start Date

08/03/2026

Expected Work Hours

Full-time faculty are required to be on campus or a designated work site for a minimum of thirty (30) hours a week, four (4) days a week.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Communication, Mass Communication, or a related field (with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Communication or Mass Communication)
Teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

One academic year of full-time teaching experience or a part-time teaching equivalent at the college level
Familiarity with a course management system such as Canvas
Experience teaching web-enhanced, blended/hybrid, and online classes
Experience with learning outcomes assessment
Demonstrated innovation in teaching

Position Description

Job Description

The Communication Faculty is a full-time, 9-month position located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway (OCH) Campus in Monroe, NC with with a start date for Fall 2026. The interview process is expected to occur in March/April. To ensure consideration, please apply by March 15.

Under the direction of the Department Chair for Arts and Humanities, the Communication Faculty provides quality learning opportunities that assist students in all curriculum programs in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations. This individual has responsibility for teaching, learning, curriculum development, student learning assessment, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations. Courses to be taught include Interpersonal Communication, Introduction to Communication, Intercultural Communication, and Public Speaking.

Comprehensive Benefits Package to include health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System, Paid Time Off, and a supplemental cafeteria plan.

Job Duties

Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to SPCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
Develop learning strategies and curriculum that will promote successful teaching and learning in a learning-centered environment
Facilitate learning through classroom activities, distance learning experiences, workforce development, and out-of-classroom activities
Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
Select and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency
Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
Implement long- and short-range plans by the philosophy of a learning-centered college
Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community
Participate in community events with appropriate community stakeholders in support of program and college improvement when assigned
Participate in program reviews and institutional effectiveness efforts as assigned
Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
Provide timely communication to students and colleagues as expected
Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or a corrections setting (Anson county)
Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online
Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities
Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President

How to Apply

Apply online at https://jobs.spcc.edu/postings/3547. Position is open until filled.

Contact Info

employment@spcc.edu or 704-272-5335