Communication, Adjunct Faculty
FGCU Open · verified Sep 21, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at FGCU. Main Campus · part-time.
Pay not stated Communications salary
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What you'll do
- Teach Public and Effective Speaking classes for enrolled students
- Help students organize speeches, prepare outlines, deliver talks, assess audiences, and critique presentations
- Work with the Communication Lab Director to promote and assist with public-speaking events
- Create a welcoming classroom and support student learning through effective instruction
What you bring
- A master's degree that includes at least eighteen graduate hours in Communication
- Knowledge of public-speaking theory and practice, including experience teaching those subjects
- Ability to follow institutional procedures, respond positively to supervision, and collaborate toward shared goals
Who this fits
This part-time, mid-level teaching role suits someone who can teach public speaking and support students in a university setting. You will teach at the Main Campus in the United States and work with the Communication Lab Director on related events.
From the employer
Job Summary
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University, and Community.Assignments will include teaching Public and Effective Speaking classes. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor.
Job Description
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Teaching responsibilities include guiding students to develop communication skills such as speech organization, outlining, delivery, audience analysis, as well as learning how to critique speeches.
Other Duties:
- Works with Communication Lab Director to promote and support public speaking related events.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Communication
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in public speaking as well as teaching the theory and craft of public speaking.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to student and the learning environment.
- Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals related to the job tasks.
- Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
- Provide a quality student experience by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Present a professional image in word, action, and attire.
- Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
- Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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