He joined the faculty of Francis Marion University in August 2016. He teaches several foundation and broadcast-track courses inside the department, including Introduction to Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast Field Production and Reporting, Advanced Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast Production, Introduction to Mass Communication, Critical Issues in Mass Communication, and Media Law. He also oversees broadcast students enrolled in internships at local TV stations and media companies. Furthermore, Baxley regularly offers guidance to mass communication students completing thesis requirements in the FMU Honors program.