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Adjunct Faculty, Computer Science - Programming

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

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Adjunct Faculty, Computer Science – Programming Location:

LSC-Westway Park Technology – 5060 Westway Park Boulevard, Houston, TX 77041

Job ID:

43082

Employment Type:

Part‑time, Semester‑by‑semester

Schedule:

Day, evening, and weekend classes; maximum of five classes per academic year

Commitment to Mission This position upholds the Mission of Lone Star College, emphasizing positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to students and employees.

Cultural Beliefs

One LSC

Student Focused

Own It

Foster Belonging

Cultivate Community

Choose Learning

Job Purpose and Scope Provide learning activities and support to achieve course objectives and contribute 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.

Essential Job Functions

Teach Computer Information Technology courses at various times and locations

Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of material

Submit required college reports and forms promptly

Utilize a course syllabus following institutional guidelines

Meet with and advise students via meetings, appointments, or electronic communication

Evaluate students to measure progress toward course objectives and inform them timely

Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community

Attend mandated meetings, trainings, and orientations

Perform other reasonable duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Mastery of course content

Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation

Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work effectively with diverse people

Interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, and adult learning methodologies

Commitment to academic excellence and dynamic lifelong learning

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

Use effective strategies to engage students in learning

Physical Abilities The work is sedentary; typical duties include sitting, occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying light items. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment includes PC workstation, Windows environment, calculator, phone, and general office equipment

Interaction with internal and external contacts as needed

Work performed in climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab with minimal safety hazards

Hours vary with class times; instructors must meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside instruction

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, or a related field

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in a specific area of technology

Compensation and Benefits Salary:

$55.44 per contact hour

Benefits:

Supportive and collegial environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more.

Application Process All applicants must apply online only. Please submit a Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. Attach the Job ID# in the file name for cover letters.

Limit file name to 40 characters. Recruiter will contact selected candidates by phone or email.

EEO & Verification Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program. More information at

www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

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