Speech Faculty

School of Communication

Rank: Appointment level to any faculty position is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Salary: Nine-month position. Competitive salary depending on experience. The College also provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Tenure and Promotion: This is not a tenure track position.

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more. We want you to be part of our team!

We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

You belong here!

Required Qualifications: This position is temporary and requires teaching Oral Communications/Research/Presentation Skills. Applicants must have 18 graduate semester hours in communications and hold a master’s degree or above in the communications field.

Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate is preferred. A background in public communication and teaching experience are desirable. Working knowledge of computers and computer software, especially multimedia is also desirable. Preference will be given to candidates who have successfully taught online courses.

Key Responsibilities: This is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

• Teaches assigned courses.
• Assists in curriculum development, course reports, and textbook selection.
• Uses instructional technology methods when presenting course content.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with students.
• Provides written course syllabus which includes classroom policies, procedures, grading, and learning outcomes.
• Uses appropriate and up-to-date course materials, including learning objectives, texts, and supplementary teaching materials.
• Applies classroom management strategies in face to face, hybrid, and/or online format.
• Implements student assessment policies, such as testing or observation of skills.
• Submits grades or other course assessment reports in a timely manner.
• Manages routine classroom responsibilities in a professional manner.

Professional Development:

• Participates in activities that advance professional competencies and teaching skills.
• Engages in activities that advance the teaching discipline or profession.
• Maintains or acquires appropriate or required certifications, licensure, or other professional credentials.

College Responsibilities and Service:

• Serving on department, school, and college-wide committees.
• Participating in the promotion and continuing contract process.
• Keeps scheduled office hours as required by the respective load formula for the purpose of academic advising.
• Records student attendance as necessary.
• Attends department, division, and college-wide academic functions.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of areas of discipline to be taught.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students, colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and professionally through oral and written communications.
• Commitment to the community college mission, innovative and effective teaching, sustained and significant professional development, and service to the College.
• Computer literacy and the ability to navigate in a Windows environment is also required.

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.