Adjunct Faculty, Government-Royal ISD

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, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs:

• Students Matter
• Inspire Excellence
• Act Intentionally
• Better Together
• No Fear!
• Trust!

Campus Marketing Statement:

Lone Star College- Tomball

Lone Star College, located in the north metropolitan Houston area, is one of the largest and fastest growing community colleges in the country featuring six comprehensive colleges and 10 centers with over 95,000 credit and non-credit students each semester, an annual budget exceeding $500,000,000, and 7,300 employees spread over a 2100 square mile area.

LSC adds $3.1 billion to the local and regional economy by providing educational opportunities across the north Houston region.

Lone Star College-Tomball, located north of Houston and founded in 1988, offers a wide range of programs including the college system's only veterinary technology program and leading health sciences programs.

Campus address is: 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, Texas 77375-4036

Position Summary:

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Lone Star College System accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Instructors will teach dual credit college courses at the Royal Independent School District as part of an early college high school program. The instructors will be supervised by college staff.

Job Functions:

• Teaches courses offered at a variety of times
• Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
• Develops and utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
• Advises students in academic matters
• Provides timely, quality access to students through electronic communication and other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students by a variety of means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
• Maintains professional and consistent communication with Department Chairs and the Division Staff
• Participates in professional development activities, as offered and/or needed
• Plans, develops, and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, and which are appropriate for students with different educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles
• Interacts with other faculty; communicates with students outside of the classroom
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic computer skills
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning
• Excellent in communication and interpersonal skills, and student engagement
• Mastery of course content

Physical Abilities:

• Minimal physical effort is required

Salary:

$41.75 per contact hour

Work Schedule & Conditions:

• 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.

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Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in Political Science/Government or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Political Science/Government; JDs and MPAs must have 18 graduate hours in related Political Science/Government courses

Benefits Marketing Statement:

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization recognized for the 3rd year in a row as a "Great College To Work For". We offer a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition reimbursement, participation in the TIAA-CREF retirement plan and more.

How to Apply:

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY!

Application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery will not be accepted.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

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