Part-time Journalism Instructor Southwestern Community College District - 2.3 Chula Vista, CA Job Details Part-time $12,627.33 - $18,347.33 a month 2 days ago Qualifications History Master's degree in business administration Master's degree in English Lecture-based instruction Master's degree in business Marketing Newspapers Master's degree in social science Mid-level Bachelor's degree in journalism Comparative Literature Master's degree in communications Teaching mass communication Journalism Master's degree in history Communications Business Administration Business Mass Communications Teaching Master's degree in journalism Full Job Description Salary $12,627.33 - $18,347.33 Monthly Location Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA Job Type Part-Time Faculty Job Number 00226 Division Academic Affairs Department Sch of Arts, Com, Dsgn & Media Opening Date 07/28/2026 FLSA Determined by Position Funding Type District Initial Screening Deadline 08/09/2026 Start Date August 17, 2026 Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities. SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging. Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. Description Applications for Part-Time, Adjunct Instructor pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District. They will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative. Southwestern College is looking to hire a local part-time instructor to teach the following Journalism courses: Introduction to Mass Communication and Society Newspaper Production Please specify which course(s) you would be comfortable teaching in your application materials. Lecture classes may be offered at multiple campuses and in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). The Newspaper Production class is only offered at the Chula Vista Campus. If a course is offered online, completion of a 5-week Distance Education Faculty Training (DEFT) certification will be required prior to staffing (compensation available); or proof of a district approved Distance Education training course may be accepted in lieu of DEFT. Please visit the college's DEFT Certification webpage for more information. Qualifications Master's in journalism or communication with a specialization in journalism; OR Bachelor's in either of the above AND Master's in English, history, communication, literature, composition, comparative literature, any social science, business, business administration, marketing, graphics or photography; OR The equivalent. Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application. Supplemental Information For more information, please contact Don Carlson, Dean, School of Arts, Communication, Design and Media at or 612-482-6371.

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date. Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application. Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document. All notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application. A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only. For Academic positions (only) : If you do not possess the exact degree major(s) listed in the minimum qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency application. A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval. Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro). American with Disabilities (ADA): Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Notice of Availability of the

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