"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.

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.

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

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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Desirable Attributes & Skills)

Beyond the Minimum Qualifications, the following teaching competencies are desirable: [detailed list omitted for brevity, but includes equity understanding, teaching experience, etc.]

Required Application Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of at least three (3) professional references
4. Complete copy of college transcript conferring Bachelor's degree
5. Complete copy of college transcript conferring Master's degree
6. Statement on equity-mindedness