The Speech Instructor is responsible for teaching courses in speech and communication, planning and implementing instructional activities, and maintaining evaluation records. Additional duties include advising students, participating in faculty development, and serving on institutional committees.
Requirements summary
A Master's degree in speech communication or a related field is required, along with evidence of effective teaching experience at the collegiate level. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
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Job description
Responsibilities
Essential Functions - Teach in-person courses in speech and communication-related areas, such as Public Speaking and Interpersonal Communication.
Teaching assignments may include teaching at off-site locations, evening courses and teaching via alternative delivery systems, such as online.
Plan, implement, and sponsor appropriate activities to supplement instruction.
Assist in selecting textbooks, developing/revising/updating curricula, completing reports, tracking and entering assessment data.
Maintain evaluation and attendance records as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Maintain skills in teaching methods and course development as recommended by Participate, as possible, in faculty development activities at the college and within state and regional Maintain records and files as requested by the department and/or Vice President of Academic Maintain confidentiality in a student-centered environment.
Incorporate study skills, adult learning theory, and teaching/learning strategies to improve student persistence and retention.
Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.
Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and Secondary- Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, faculty and other HutchCC stakeholders.
May advise prospective and enrolled students in the appropriate curricula.
Serve actively on institutional committees.
May mentor honors students.
May sponsor co-curricular activities, such as the Communications Club, as applicable.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the appropriate Department Chairperson or the Vice President of Academic Affairs or as specified in the local Master Agreement.
QUALIFICATIONS (Essential):
Master's degree required in speech communication or related Evidence of effective public speaking and communications teaching experience at the collegiate level Willingness to participate in recruitment activities for the Speech Communication area of study and the Department in general.
Maintain confidentiality in a student-centered environment.
Follow written and oral instructions accurately, be attentive to detail, and work independently.
The ability to collaborate with staff, faculty, and HutchCC stakeholders and possess excellent organizational skills.
Physical requirements include excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills; understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; use appropriate judgment and to apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; light/indoor work environment.
Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.
Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.
The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.
SALARY and STATUS:
The salary is determined per the 2026-27 Hiring Salary Schedule in the local HutchCC Master Agreement. This full-time faculty position is nine months annual (based on contract renewal), due process rights eligible, benefit eligible, and exempt. For a copy of the hiring schedule for this position, please see the attached schedule, or you may visit the following address: http://www.hutchcc.edu/hiring-schedule APPLICATION:
Transcripts – The hired candidate will be required to submit official, non-issued to student, transcripts. Start date: Fall 2026 To apply for this position through BambooHR, please visit www.hutchcc.edu If you have questions regarding this position, please submit an email with your questions to hrinfo@hutchcc.edu
HUTCHINSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER To view the HutchCC Non-Discrimination Notice, please visit www.hutchcc.edu
HutchCC reserves the right to revise or change job responsibilities as the need occurs. This position announcement does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment; rather, it is a clarification of the responsibilities of the position. This job description may be changed at any time by the HutchCC administration.
Market context
Kansas classroom teacher market context
In Kansas, classroom teacher openings are often shaped by district staffing needs, licensure requirements, and school-year hiring cycles, with candidates competing on subject fit, classroom experience, and certification status. This role is competitive because schools typically look for educators who can manage instruction, student support, and compliance with district expectations; in this posting, the requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your credentials align with the listed qualifications and be ready to show relevant teaching or instructional experience.
