"Human Communication Instructor - Full-time, Tenure-track"

Human Communication Instructor - Full-time, Tenure-track

Salary: $90,657.00 - $139,016.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track Faculty

Location: Kentfield & Indian Valley (Novato) - In Person, CA

Anticipated Start Date: Fall Semester 2026 (August)

Priority Screening Date: October 31, 2025

Open Until Filled

Up to two (2) positions may be filled from this posting; you only need to submit one application to be considered.

To Apply: http://jobs.marin.edu

OVERVIEW

Courses in Human Communication provide introductory-level study of the theories and skills of public speaking, argument and persuasion, and interpersonal and intercultural communications. Students have an opportunity to perform skills and to research and critically analyze messages in various contexts. The curriculum is designed for students interested in pursuing skills in marketing, public relations, communications, and to satisfy general education requirements.

College of Marin is looking for Full-time Faculty who:

1. advocate for students and have a student-centered approach to education;
2. have the ability to inspire intellectual curiosity and academic excellence in their students;
3. have a commitment to equity and social justice;
4. have experience/commitment to educating basic skills, ESL, generation 1.5 students, underserved students, students with differing abilities, and veterans;
5. are willing to learn/use best practices and innovative pedagogies such as learning communities, and contextualized or collaborative learning;
6. are committed to maximizing effective uses of technology in their teaching both in class or through distance education;
7. are willing to work collaboratively;
8. have experience with student learning outcomes assessment.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

College of Marin is committed to cultivating a proactively supportive, inclusive, and accountable environment where equity, equity-mindedness, anti-racism, and social justice is valued, centered, and practiced. Our mission is to employ qualified administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success and committed to an inclusive, anti-racist campus culture that demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.

We serve a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on Fall 2024 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latinx (36% of enrollment), Asian (7%), Black/African American (3%), White (44%), and Multi-racial (7%) students. Our high-quality education and training at the College are made possible by its faculty and staff who are committed to excellence. As of Fall 2024, COM's workforce includes Hispanic/Latinx (17%), Asian (7%), Black/African American (5%), White (57%), and Multi-racial (3%) employees.

College of Marin is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, genetic condition, status as a veteran, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive Order 11246 (as amended), COM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

Applicants Who Hold Degrees Obtained Outside the U.S.: Please see the Foreign Degree Holder section below to ensure that you are attaching a foreign credential evaluation if necessary.

ONLINE INSTRUCTION

All faculty members must be available to provide instruction in the classroom (in person). Please note that the College does not offer online-only teaching assignments.

Essential Functions

• Provide effective classroom and laboratory instruction using methods and materials appropriate to the subject matter;
• Prepare and evaluate all class assignments and examinations;
• Advise, assist and evaluate student performance and learning outcomes;
• Participate in program activities including curriculum development, evaluation and decision-making, program planning, new teaching and learning methods, and resource development;
• Contribute to development of program policies and procedures;
• Participate in college professional or shared governance committees and in departmental activities such as maintaining course outlines, program review, student learning outcomes assessment, other curricular development, etc.;
• Maintain and post office hours;
• Maintain and submit accurate student records in a timely manner as required;
• Maintain currency and knowledge in assigned area of responsibility;
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.

Requirements & Desirables

REQUIREMENTS

1. A Master's degree in Speech, Speech Broadcasting, Telecommunications, Rhetoric, Communication, Communication Studies, Speech Communication, or Organizational Communication; OR
2. A Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND a Master's in Drama/Theater Arts, Mass Communication, or English; OR
3. The equivalent*; AND
4. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the campus community.

*If your educational degrees do not specifically match those listed above, you must request equivalency. Please review our Equivalency page for important information and instructions for applying under equivalency. If you feel that you qualify under equivalency, please provide the basis for equivalency in the Agency Questions section of the application and submit supporting evidence where applicable (as an attachment). Copies of applicable transcripts must accompany your application and all foreign credentials must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation in order for equivalency to be determined. If you are currently completing the graduate program that would qualify you for this position and do not yet hold the requisite degree, you must request equivalency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

Beyond the Minimum Qualifications, the following teaching competencies are desirable:

• Understanding equity as the recognition of historical and systemic disparities in opportunity, access, and outcomes and providing the resources necessary to address those disparities.
• Ability to identify and implement equity-based, student-centered strategies to actively increase inclusion and racial equity in a community college setting.
• Experience teaching communication courses, with a focus on rhetoric, debate and persuasion, and public speaking.
• Expertise in the Communication discipline, with specialization in rhetoric and speech communication.
• Competencies in and enthusiasm for curriculum and course development, teaching and learning theory, information literacy, and student learning outcomes assessment.
• Familiarity with and openness to utilize multiple teaching modalities and approaches, including equity approaches, Universal Design for Learning, and online teaching and learning.
• Enthusiasm for continual professional learning and the testing of innovative, multimedia teaching strategies to engage students and develop critical thinking and communication skills.
• Knowledge, training and experience with online pedagogy and technology.
• Experience with and enthusiasm for working in a collaborative environment, providing peer-to-peer mentoring and other forms of mentoring, and/or providing community service.
• Ability to navigate legislative changes as impacts the Communication discipline and curriculum (ex. Common Course Numbering, CalGETC).
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals and ideals, and enthusiasm for the mission of the College of Marin.
• Evidence of commitment to professional growth and service which may include, but is not limited to, membership professional organizations, presenting workshops, attending conferences or training, development of curriculum and instructional materials, membership in school/college committees or production of classroom-based research.