Logo
Inside Higher Ed

Adjunct Faculty, Interpreter Training Technology-SLNG

Inside Higher Ed, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

Save Job

Overview Adjunct Faculty, Interpreter Training Technology-SLNG – Part-Time at Lone Star College (LSC) – North Harris campus. This role is hired on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon system needs. Classes are offered day, evening, and weekend at various times and locations. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Job Description Purpose and Scope: The faculty member provides learning activities and support to achieve course objectives and contributes to the educational environment of the college and community. Primary responsibilities include planning, developing, and teaching courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Responsibilities

Teaches Interpreter Training Technology 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/after class or by appointment, via 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

Other reasonable related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Associate's in interpreter training, deaf education, ASL, special education (with emphasis in deafness), or communications (with emphasis such as deaf education)

Associate's with certification as an interpreter or deaf support specialist

3 years nonteaching work experience in the field

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Mastery of course content

Leadership skills; collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work 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 and student-focused service

Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning, learning communities, and use of technology

Ability to engage students with effective teaching strategies

Physical Abilities The work is sedentary; some walking, standing, bending, and light carrying may be required. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment

Hours vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of instruction

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in interpreter training, deaf education, ASL, special education (with emphasis in deafness), or communications (with emphasis such as deaf education)

Associate's with certification as an interpreter or deaf support specialist

3 years nonteaching work experience in the field

Salary: $58.05 per contact hour.

Benefits LSC offers a supportive work environment with benefits including tuition waiver, retirement plan participation, professional development opportunities, and more.

How to Apply All applicants must apply online. Go to the Job Search page, My Activities, and use Add Attachment for cover letters and resumes. Include the Job ID# in the file name when attaching documents. If applying for an instructional position, include Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. File names should be 40 characters or less.

Posting is active for the academic year. You will receive electronic notifications for new opportunities if you opt in. 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 work authorization.

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

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-Time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Online Audio and Video Media

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inside Higher Ed. Get notified about new Adjunct Professor jobs in Houston, TX.

#J-18808-Ljbffr