FT Communications Instructor 9.5M

FT Communications Instructor 9.5M

Salary

$53,038.50 - $68,571.00 Annually

Location

Main Campus - Smithfield, NC

Job Type

Full Time Faculty

Job Number

FTCOMINS-07082026

Department

English, Humanities & World Languages

Opening Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Recruitment Range

$53,038.50 - $68,571.00 Annually

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Summary

Provide instruction in assigned class(es) in coordination with the Dean and established course model syllabus/syllabi. Create a learning and teaching environment for students in accordance with the educational objectives of the college. Serve on appropriate committees as assigned. Other duties may be appointed.

Knowledge & Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Complete all required training to teach using various modes of instruction
• Teach assigned classes
• Create an effective learning environment
• Meet classes as assigned
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course
• Maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students
• Use teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles
• Use course text, outlines, syllabi and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and departmental guidelines
• Assist with maintaining a classroom environment emphasizing safety, good housekeeping, and equipment security
• Serve as an academic advisor to students
• Participate in communications with the college and department and meet deadlines as required
• Submit required reports
• Participate in the colleges assessment process
• Fulfill all contract provisions
• Maintain a high level of professionalism as a representative of the college

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to demonstrate competence in areas expected to teach
• Ability to plan, organize and instruct quality educational programs in in-seat, hybrid, and online environments
• Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners in in-seat, hybrid, and online environments
• Ability to maintain good relationships with staff and students

Education Minimum: Masters degree in Communications or Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in Communications.

Education Preferred: None.

Experience Minimum: Two to three years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, preferably at a community college. Specific experience with online instruction and educational technology. Experience working with the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.

Experience Preferred: None.

Additional Information

Language Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic math computations including adding, subtracting, multiplying and averaging all units of measure.
• Ability to compute fractions, percentages and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to use effective critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully an individual should be proficient in a Windows environment and have knowledge of email systems, PowerPoint, Blackboard and online lab environments.

PhysicalDemands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet.

• State Health Plan
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Additional Supplemental Insurances
• Disability Plan through NC Retirement System
• NC Retirement Plan
• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, and Voluntary Shared)
• Acceptance of 120 hours of annual leave transfer to JCC
• Paid Holidays
• Longevity
• Prior State Service Verification
• Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Benefits
• State Employees Credit Union
• State Employees Association of NC (SEANC)
• Tojan Alliance Partnership Scholarships with the University of Mount Olive

For further information, please contact 919-209-2022

01

Do you have a Masters degree in Communications or Masters degree with 18 graduate hours in Communications?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have two to three years of teaching experience in a post-secondary environment, preferably at a community college with specific experience with online instruction and educational technology and experience working with the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Johnston Community College

Address 245 College Rd.

PO Box 2350

Smithfield, North Carolina, 27577

Phone 919-209-2532

Website http://www.johnstoncc.edu/