Adjunct Faculty - Communications

Ivy Tech Open · verified Sep 23, 2026

3 Locations Part-time Mid-level Communications

At a glance

Mid-level Communications role at Ivy Tech. 3 Locations · part-time.

Pay not stated Communications salary

RoleCommunications

SeniorityMid-level

Location3 Locations

EmploymentPart-time

PostedMar 17, 2026 · 6mo ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Teach assigned communication courses and create classroom conditions that help students reach their goals
Deliver instruction and assessments using the school’s shared course syllabi
Track attendance and grades, then submit required information by stated deadlines
Support students beyond class, address concerns, and involve the program coordinator when needed
Use Canvas, PowerPoint, and other relevant technology during scheduled classes

What you bring

A graduate degree in speech or communication from a regionally accredited institution
Alternatively, a graduate degree plus eighteen graduate credits in speech- or communication-related coursework
Strong practical knowledge of current technology used in your instructional field
Successful completion of criminal-history and other pre-employment background checks

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you can teach communication courses, support students outside class, and maintain required academic records. It is a temporary, part-time assignment hired by semester as needed, with potential teaching in Frankfort and Crawfordsville. You must attend all contracted classes and be available to respond to students outside scheduled class time.

From the employer

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School. This posting will stay open continuously in order to build a pool of qualified candidates for future openings as Adjunct Instructors. Applicants will not be notified unless there is an actual need to fill the position.

PROGRAM OPERATION: Perform all instructional duties necessary to teach and facilitate student learning in assigned classes. Provide syllabus appropriate to course(s) being taught to students and follows syllabus content and requirements. Maintain student attendance and grading records according to College policy as outlined in the Adjunct Handbook. Submits requested information within established timelines. STUDENTS: Is available to students outside scheduled class time to answer questions/provide assistance. Deal with student concerns and, if necessary, consult with program coordinator to resolve issues. INSTRUCTION: Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course(s). Use technology such as Canvas, PowerPoint, etc. as appropriate. In event of emergency absence, notifies program/department chair.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction,
A qualified faculty member in speech and communication is one who has an earned master's or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in speech or communication, or a master's degree with 18 graduate semester credit hours in speech-related or communication-related courses. Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome. Ability to travel to teach in Frankfort and Crawfordsville when needed.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.