Position Summary Provide academic instruction to students at the college level.
Salary Schedule Placement: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule D1 ($48,454-$98,138) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment- Salary Schedule D1 ($14,959 - $30,351) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($63,413- $128,489) Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings.
- Instructor must be available to teach in day, night, weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.
- Regular and consistent attendance at work and record/maintain student attendance records.
- Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College’s guidelines.
- Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with local and state plan of study established curriculum.
- Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students.
- Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
- If teaching online, maintain an active presence in the online environment, participate in discussion boards and follow all prescribed eCollege guidelines and practices as outline within your training and housed in the eCollege Faculty Manual.
- Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in the selections of books, equipment and other instructional materials in order to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.
- Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty.
- Reviews curriculum and makes routine adjustments in both ground and online courses.
- Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.
- Works to diffuse conflict and mediate through problems with students and colleagues.
- Maintain lab equipment and supplies.
- Prepare program course offerings for schedule for each semester and term.
- Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.
- Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals.
- Knowledge of institution’s program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
- Recruit students into the program and advise them through completion.
- Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
- Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodations for identified students
- Attends assigned divisional, department, and college meetings.
- Reviews and modifies curriculum (for both ground and distance education courses).
- Develops and implements a program of instruction that meets with shared department goals and objectives outline for the course.
- Uses Canvas regularly to augment instruction to include the uploading of the syllabus, homework assignments, supplemental videos, lecture presentations, handouts, assignments, materials, and recorded lectures (where applicable).
- Participates on committees and engages in college-wide activities to promote the missions of the institution.
- Agrees to participate in required college events, such as graduation, honors day programs, and other assigned events.
- Maintains a neat, appropriate, and professional appearance at all times.
- Adheres to all school and/or department policies and responds to all administrative requests in a timely professional manner.
- Assists every student in the development of his/her academic abilities to his/her greatest capacity.
This job description is a general statement of the required major duties and responsibilities performed regularly. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. By affixing my signature below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the essential functions of this position, including the ability to work a flexible work schedule of day, night, evening, and weekend.
Qualifications
- Three (3) years of teaching experience in Speech or a closely related field at the secondary or postsecondary level is required. Qualifying experience may include any combination of full-time, part-time, or adjunct instruction and will be evaluated based on duration. This requirement establishes eligibility for consideration for an interview. Salary placement is determined separately and recognizes full-time teaching experience only.
- Master’s degree in speech/communications or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours of pure discipline graduate-level Speech/communications courses
- Must be computer literate and versed in instructional technology platforms
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Doctorate Degree in speech/communications or a related field
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to effectively respond to questions from supervisors, faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
- Ability to travel as required by the College.
- Ability to teach day, evenings, and online courses.
Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants may apply at www.lawsonstate.edu. For questions please contact the Office of Human Resources at 205-929-3408 or at humanresources@lawsonstate.edu. All application materials will become the property of the college. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration for this position.
A complete application packet consists of:
- A cover letter
- An Online application
- A current resume
- A copy of relevant post-secondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date of degree conferred (if applicable).*This position's minimum education requirements are a high school diploma. If you do not have a transcript, please upload a blank page or a duplicate document to advance the system.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment start date. Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered. Before an offer is made, the top applicants must provide the following: Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:
Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
Benefits
Sick Leave All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.7 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave Not applicable (off between terms)
Personal Leave All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day16 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26) Tier II – Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26) Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)
Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip
Premium amounts:
- Single $ 30
- Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
- Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
- Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium
The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium
The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
- Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
- Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50
Institution matches $1,048 monthly (effective 10/01/26).
Duty Hours (Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)
Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year 2/3 waived after 2nd year 3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.