Adjunct Lecturer Speech Practitioner
William & Mary

Job Info

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Position Number:

P1066W

Position Title:

Adjunct Lecturer Speech Practitioner

Unit Mission Statement:

The Speech Program is responsible for training students in oral communication, from public speaking to interpersonal relationships. We are interested in the performance, analysis, and research of communication practices as we teach students to navigate an increasingly multimodal communication environment.

Position Summary:

The Speech Program at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of persons for possible part-time Speech Practitioner adjunct positions. This pool will be accessed when an opening arises. Speech Practitioners will teach working group sessions of the Practitioner Program speech class, which bring students into contact with experienced professionals with expertise in communication.

Required Qualifications:

• A master's degree or equivalent experience and qualifications is required.
• Subject matter expertise as evidenced in CV and additional materials.
• Advanced understanding of oral communication skills within their field of expertise, including presentation, speaking, negotiating, interviewing, conflict resolution, feedback and evaluation, and interpersonal communication.
• Significant experience teaching, coaching, training, and evaluating a diverse population of communicators in a professional setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years teaching in a college or university setting.
• At least ten years full time work in a professional setting in lieu of an advanced degree.

Conditions of Employment:

N/A

Department:

3KF200 Speech

Location:

William & Mary

Job Open Date:

03/15/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Employment Category:

Adjunct

Special Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, and a cover letter (which includes a statement of teaching interests). A diversity statement is not required. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Speech in any of the aforementioned required documents. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. Review of applications is ongoing.

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Benefits Summary Statement:

N/A

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