Communication Studies Instructor Pool-Part-Time

Communication Studies Instructor Pool-Part-Time

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

**This recruitment will remain active for a period of one year, from the position opening date. If there is no longer a need to fill, the position may be closed sooner, and applicants will be notified.** This is a continuous recruitment to fill part-time, and temporary faculty assignments on an as-needed basis. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty. Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. Also note that you must upload your resume and transcripts. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered. Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript. The minimum required number of references for this position is one (1). The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date. NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The policy of the North Orange County Community College District is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment, including but not limited to, access to its services, classes, and programs in which no person shall be unlawfully denied full and equal access to the benefits of, or be unlawfully subjected to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or as otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Position Details

Classification Information

Classification Title

Salary Range - $1572.67 - $1725.85 per lecture unit rate, $1572.67 - $1725.85 per lab parity unit rate, $1258.16 - $1380.60 per lab unit rate

Salary Schedule Information - Column Range: Column 1 – Column 3 (depending on education)Salary Range: $1572.67 – $1725.85 per lecture unit rate, $1572.67 – $1725.85 per lab parity unit rate, $1258.16 – $1380.60 per lab unit rateClick Here For Current Adjunct Salary Schedules

Position Information

Job Title - Communication Studies Instructor Pool-Part-Time

Department - CC Language Arts

Location - Cypress College

Percentage of Employment - Part-Time

Months of Employment

Work Schedule - Varies

About Us: - ABOUTUSDo you strive to make a difference in higher education? Are you looking for a rewarding career opportunity to be a part of our students' educational success and lifelong learning? If so, we invite you to join North Orange County Community College District. We are proud to enroll over 60,000 students and serve a population of over one million people, annually! Home to more than 2,600 employees, our highly skilled, professional, and diverse faculty and staff are leading two of California's premier colleges, Cypress Community College and Fullerton Community College, as well as one of the largest continuing education programs, North Orange Continuing Education.The ideal candidate will share Cypress College's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Cypress College student body is incredibly diverse, with over 46% Latinx, 24% Asian/Pacific Islander, 16% Caucasian, 4% African American, and 0.18% American Indian/Alaskan Native. Students from over 30 countries join our International Student program every year. The College believes in creating an inclusive and multicultural learning experience where faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds can contribute to the development of our students.Cypress College is ranked 3rd in the nation (among community colleges between 5,000 and 15,000 students) for the quality of faculty/teaching and 1st in California (out of 114) in the 2018 and 2020 Best Community Colleges report by Niche.com. Cypress College epitomizes an environment of academic excellence, underscored by our 53% completion rate, a full 7% higher than the state average. Whether it is vocational studies such as our T-TENprogram, a collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation which is ranked #1 in the nation, or academic programs, such as English andESL, where the success rate of our students is 15% higher than statewide averages, Cypress College sets the benchmark for excellence. Cypress College is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and was awarded aDHSITitle V grant in 2019, as well as named an Equity Champion for our support for Latinx transfer in 2021 and 2022. The college is also eligible for designation as an Asian American, Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Cypress College is proud of its many programs that serve our diverse student body, such as the Legacy and Puente programs. The College provides many avenues of support for our faculty and staff through networks that include the Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, andLGBTQFaculty Staff Associations.College employees are guided by the five core values of Excellence, Integrity, Collegiality and Inclusiveness, centered in Equity. We are a Guided Pathways institution, and our comprehensive Student Services programs support and enhance strategic goals related to access, retention and persistence initiatives on campus. In partnership with instructional faculty, our student services staff and faculty strive to implement innovative strategies to ensure all students succeed and experience a culturally relevant environment on campus.Cypress College is an equity-minded institution, committed to ensuring all students are supported on their academic journey. We invite you to be a part of this celebrated and diverse community of learners where we put students first. More information can be found at

What We Offer:

Primary Purpose - PRIMARYPURPOSEDuties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Essential Functions - ESSENTIALFUNCTIONSExamples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Job Description - JOBDESCRIPTIONCypress College is accepting applications for Part-time Communication Studies Instructor positions.The purpose of this posting is to create a pool of qualified applicants to fill part-time assignments on an as-needed basis. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty.

Special Requirements - SPECIALREQUIREMENTSThe award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration.Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualificationsmust be submittedand from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our websitehereregarding accredited postsecondary institutions.Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our websiteherefor information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

Minimum Qualifications - MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONSMaster's in speech, speech broadcasting, telecommunications, rhetoric, communication, communication studies, speech communication or organizational communicationORBachelor's in any of the aboveANDMaster's in drama/ theater arts, mass communication or EnglishOR Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter areaOR the equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications - DESIRABLEQUALIFICATIONSRecent lower division or community college teaching experience.Demonstrated ability to develop a variety of effective teaching techniques and assessment methods.Ability to engage student interest to support a variety of learning styles.Ability to promote the use of instructional technology in curriculum delivery.Effective oral and written communication skills.Experience with teaching and mentoring historically and socially minoritized/marginalized communities such as African-American/Black, Chicanx/Latinx, Pacific Islander, Native American, women, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.

Working Conditions

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - 2016567FT

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Open Date - 11/24/2025

Close Date - 11/23/2026

Special Instructions Summary - SPECIALINSTRUCTIONSSUMMARYThis recruitment will remain active for a period of one year, from the position opening date. If there is no longer a need to fill, the position may be closed sooner, and applicants will be notified.This is a continuous recruitment to fill part-time, and temporary faculty assignments on an as-needed basis. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty.Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.Also note that you must upload your resume and transcripts. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered.Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript.The minimum required number of references for this position is one (1).The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue.NOCCCDwill not sponsor any visa applications.Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.NORTHORANGECOUNTYCOMMUNITYCOLLEGEDISTRICTNON-DISCRIMINATIONSTATEMENTThe policy of the North Orange County Community College District is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment, including but not limited to, access to its services, classes, and programs in which no person shall be unlawfully denied full and equal access to the benefits of, or be unlawfully subjected to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or as otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Diversity: To demonstrate you meet the commitment to diversity minimum qualification, please answer the following question: How have you demonstrated you have knowledge of and are sensitive to the needs and experiences of the diverse academic, cultural, socioeconomic, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff?

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Diversity: To demonstrate you meet the commitment to diversity minimum qualification, please answer the following question: How would your experience, training, and/or knowledge of these types of diverse groups assist you in achieving the goals of this position?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Can you provide proof, if hired, that you are eligible to work in the United States (NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications)?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Can you perform the essential functions of this position as outlined in the job description with or without reasonable accommodations?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Transcripts with degree posted (may be unofficial)

Optional Documents

1. NACES Evaluation of Foreign Degree
2. Additional Transcripts I
3. Additional Transcripts II
4. Copy of California Community College Credential.