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Lone Star College

Adjunct, Art

Lone Star College, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Job Overview

Job Title:

Adjunct, Art Location:

LSC-Montgomery Regular/Temporary:

Regular Full/Part Time:

Part-Time Job ID:

42993 Commitment to Mission: This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential. Cultural Beliefs One LSC Student Focused Own It Foster Belonging Cultivate Community Choose Learning The Chronicle of Higher Education's \"Great Colleges to Work For\" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions. Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture requires transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. We create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry. Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence: Student Invested Content Expert Pedagogically Excellent Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Montgomery Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Lone Star College-Montgomery serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities, providing a learning atmosphere and programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology. Location address: 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.

Purpose and Scope

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis. Hiring is contingent upon student demand. Classes are offered day, evening, and weekend at various times and locations. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Essential Job Functions

Teaches Art courses at a variety of times and locations Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines Meets with and advises students before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods Evaluates students to measure progress and informs students of their progress in a timely manner Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Mastery of course content Demonstrated leadership skills; collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people Interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology Ability to engage students with effective strategies

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. May involve sitting, with occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying light items. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment includes PC workstation, calculator, phone and general office equipment, and discipline-specific equipment Interface with internal and external contacts as needed Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab with minimal safety hazards Hours vary by class time; instructors must meet scheduled classes and be available outside instruction

Required Qualifications

MA or MFA in Art or Studio Art OR Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in studio art

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits

By joining our institution, you will have a supportive work environment, good work/life balance, tuition waiver, retirement plan participation, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

Go to the Job Search page, click on My Activities to add attachments with the Job ID in the title. Include Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts for instructional positions. Limit attachment file names to 40 characters.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY We do not accept material via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Part-time and adjunct postings are active for the academic year. You can opt to receive notifications about new opportunities. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email. Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. More information at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. EEO Statement:

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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