Adjunct Faculty, History (Online) Job at Lone Star College in Houston

Overview

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This posting includes information about the role, campus culture, and application instructions.

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

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Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to model diversity, equality, and equity in teaching and practice. The four qualities of excellence are:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Online 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 comprises eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. LSC-Online is the newest campus offering fully online programs.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope: It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that lead to the achievement of course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes at various times and locations. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches History 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 either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
• 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; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 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 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 with typical office activity. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation, calculator, phone and general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal safety hazards
• Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors must meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in History or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in History

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement

Joining Lone Star College offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

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

How To Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY We will not accept application material via fax, email, mail, or hand-delivery. Postings for part-time/adjunct positions are active for the academic year. You will receive electronic notifications for new opportunities with Lone Star College. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email. LSC participates in the E-Verify program and is an EEO Employer. Background checks apply.

More information on E-Verify is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Job Functions and Abbreviations

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education

Other

As of the posting, referrals may increase interview chances. Related adjunct faculty roles are listed for various campuses and programs. This page includes generic information about Lone Star College and its online campus.

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