Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION

Were seeking instructors to teach the following courses, with the potential for continuing appointments in these and/or other courses based on need.

Appointment is contingent on class enrollment for each class, each semester.

JOUR 210 - Multimedia Journalism - Spring 2026 - in-person or online

For JOUR 210, students learn basic photography, audio and video production skills, and produce multimedia projects following the tenets and ethical practices of journalism.

We have multiple podcast studios, a multimedia/video studio, and industry-level photo/audio/video equipment for students to use in their reporting. The candidate(s) would design their own syllabi and train students in use of necessary technology, and teach courses with both lecture and lab hours. The journalism/radio department can offer support in terms of curriculum development and tech support.

Instructors will get access to the Adobe Creative Suite and Fullerton College library resources, as well as the option for paid office hours. Those who teach at least 6 units per semester (approximately two classes) have access to health insurance under the current adjunct faculty bargaining contract.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration.

Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.

All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submittedand from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our website here regarding accredited postsecondary institutions.

Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters in journalism or communication with a specialization in journalism

OR

Bachelors in either of the above

AND

Masters in English, history, communication, literature, composition, comparative literature, any social science, business, business administration, marketing, graphics or photography

OR

Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area.

OR

The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.

Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Teaching experience is preferred.

Experience with real-world journalism, radio or broadcasting.

Passionate about teaching community college students.

Experience in applying diversity, equity and inclusion practices in the workplace or classroom.

This is a continuous recruitment to fill part-time, and temporary faculty assignments on an as-needed basis. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

Also note that you must upload your resume and transcripts. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered.

Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript.

The minimum required number of references for this position is one (1).

The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The policy of the North Orange County Community College District is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment, including but not limited to, access to its services, classes, and programs in which no person shall be unlawfully denied full and equal access to the benefits of, or be unlawfully subjected to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or as otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.