Adjunct Faculty, Cybersecurity Job at Inside Higher Ed in Houston

Overview

Adjunct Faculty, Cybersecurity – Part-Time at Lone Star College (LSC).

Location: LSC-Westway Park Technology
Job ID: 43065
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time

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

Qualities of Excellence: Lone Star College faculty strive for a culture where learning thrives and educators model diversity, equality and equity. Faculty are dedicated to four qualities: Student Invested, Content Expert, Pedagogically Excellent, Institutionally Dedicated.

Lone Star College-Westway Park Technology Center offers training in areas including Cisco and Microsoft Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Graphic and Web Design, and 3D animation. Location address: 5060 Westway Park Boulevard, Houston, TX 77041.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope: The teaching faculty provide learning activities and support to achieve course objectives and contribute to the educational environment. Primary responsibilities include planning, development and teaching of courses within the curriculum to facilitate student learning. Adjunct faculty are hired part-time on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent on system needs. Employment is year-round for qualified applicants, with adjunct teaching limited to a maximum of five classes per academic year. Classes are offered day, evening and weekend at various times and locations.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Cybersecurity 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
• Uses a course syllabus following established institutional guidelines
• Meets with and advises students before/after class or by appointment, via electronic communication or other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students and informs them of 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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; collaborative and facilitation abilities
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work with a variety of people
• Interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development and adult learning methodologies
• Commitment to academic excellence and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning
• Ability to develop instructional approaches such as service learning, learning communities and use of technology
• Ability to engage students effectively

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary; may involve walking, standing, bending, light carrying; no special physical demands required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment includes PC workstation in Windows environment, calculator, phone and office equipment
• Interact with internal and external contacts as needed
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom/lab with minimal safety hazards
• Hours vary by class time; instructors must meet scheduled class times and be available to students outside instruction

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, computer-based information systems or related field, plus 3 years non-teaching work experience in the field or industry certifications

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits and How to Apply

LSC offers a supportive work environment, work/life balance, tuition waiver, retirement plan participation, professional development opportunities and more. All applicants must apply online. Include Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. Attachments should be named with ≤40 characters. Directions: Go to the Job Search page, My Activities, add attachment, and include Job ID in the file name for cover letters. If applying for an instructional position, ensure you include the requested materials.

LSC participates in the E-Verify program and is an EEO Employer. The role is subject to a criminal background check.

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