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Adjunct Faculty, Government Inside Higher Ed – Lone Star College (LSC)

Job Title:

Adjunct Faculty, Government Location:

LSC-North Harris, 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073 Regular/Temporary:

Regular Full/Part Time:

Part-Time Job ID:

43830

Commitment to Mission This job carries the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College 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 As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizens in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of 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. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.

Student Invested

Content Expert

Pedagogically Excellent

Institutionally Dedicated

Purpose and Scope It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the 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.

Essential Job Functions

Teaches Government 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

Demonstrates 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 life‑long learning

Demonstrated 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. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. There may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry

Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position

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 political science/govt or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in political science/govt; JDs and MPAs must have 18 graduate hours in related political science/govt courses

Salary $55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that 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” at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on “Add Attachment.” Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume. If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. File names may be up to 40 characters.

How to Apply ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand‑delivered. 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.

Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which LSC provides the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E‑Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E‑Verify.

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

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