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Job Title:
Adjunct Faculty, English Location: LSC-Creekside Center, 8747 West New Harmony Trail, The Woodlands, TX 77375 Job Type: Part-Time, Regular Job ID: 43437 Role and Context
Adjunct (part-time) faculty hire is based on student demand. Courses are offered day, evening, and weekend at various times and locations during the academic year. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year. Essential Job Functions
Teaches English 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 providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning Physical Abilities
The work is sedentary. The employee sits comfortably to do the work. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving a vehicle. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment includes PC workstation, standard office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction Required Qualifications
Master's degree in English, literature, creative writing or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in English, literature, creative writing or rhetoric-composition studies Salary
$55.44 per contact hour Benefits and Additional Information
LSC offers a supportive, collegial work environment, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more. Lone Star College is an EEO employer. How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview. Equal Employment Opportunity
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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Job Title:
Adjunct Faculty, English Location: LSC-Creekside Center, 8747 West New Harmony Trail, The Woodlands, TX 77375 Job Type: Part-Time, Regular Job ID: 43437 Role and Context
Adjunct (part-time) faculty hire is based on student demand. Courses are offered day, evening, and weekend at various times and locations during the academic year. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year. Essential Job Functions
Teaches English 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 providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning Physical Abilities
The work is sedentary. The employee sits comfortably to do the work. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving a vehicle. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment includes PC workstation, standard office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction Required Qualifications
Master's degree in English, literature, creative writing or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in English, literature, creative writing or rhetoric-composition studies Salary
$55.44 per contact hour Benefits and Additional Information
LSC offers a supportive, collegial work environment, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more. Lone Star College is an EEO employer. How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview. Equal Employment Opportunity
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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