Job Details

Job Title Public Speaking & Communication Instructor Job Duties

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Teach assigned subject matter with professionalism and uphold college values.

* Attend classes according to the schedule.

* Attend faculty/departmental meetings as requested.

* Follow exam schedules unless otherwise approved.

* Provide access to students for advising, conferences, and tutorial help.

* Advise students as needed.

* Maintain accurate student records and submit reports timely.

* Use instructional support services (e.g., Learning Resources Centers).

* Conduct course evaluations per college procedures.

* Ensure instructional consistency with college and departmental standards.

* Contribute to college goals, course objectives, and student achievement.

* Act as a public representative for the community college.

* Supervise or participate in extracurricular activities as assigned.

* Evaluate student progress adequately.

* Participate in college governance councils as assigned.

* Serve on academic/instructional committees as assigned.

* Carry out other duties as assigned by the department or administration.

* Teach interpersonal communication and public speaking courses in person, online, and in hybrid formats.

* Provide student-focused learning experiences.

* Support continuous student development through formal and summative assessments.

Classification Title Position Number 399795 Rank Instructor Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION: Responsible for the teaching of assigned courses at assigned sites as well as the other duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Reports to the Chairperson of the School of Visual and Performing Arts at the Harrison County Campus.

Mandatory Qualifications

(M1) Master's degree in communications or a closely related field or a master's degree with at least (18) graduate semester hours in communications from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.

(M2)Prior teaching experience in communication studies, public speaking, or a closely related subject.

(M3) Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

(M4) Demonstrated ability to use digital tools, including word processing, presentation software, and web-based applications.

Desirable Qualifications

(D1) Two or more years of experience teaching public speaking or interpersonal communications.

(D2) Community college teaching experience.

(D3) Experience with student advisement in a college setting.

(D4)Experience with a learning management system (LMS).

EEO Statement

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573; telephone number 601-###-####; email address ...@mgccc.edu.

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus, and four centers, including Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; and Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, Mississippi Gulf Coast Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification Faculty

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 08/06/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):

Dr. Monica Donohue

2226 Switzer Road

Gulfport, MS 39507

...@mgccc.edu

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