Faculty, English

Faculty, English – Inside Higher Ed

Location:

LSC‑Cy Fair

Regular/Temporary:
Regular | Full/Part Time:
Full‑Time | Job

This position requires a commitment to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) and demonstrate positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to students and employees.

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

As faculty, we strive to create a nation of world citizens by modeling diverse, equitable, and inclusive thinking. Our culture emphasizes compassion, innovation, safety, and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

Key qualities include:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

The teaching faculty member designs and delivers learning activities that achieve course objectives, enhances the educational environment, and serves the college and community.

• Teach courses in English at varying times and locations.
• Continuously improve instruction using innovative methods and technologies.
• Develop syllabi and learning materials in alignment with college and departmental standards.
• Use diverse teaching methods to accommodate students’ varied backgrounds and learning styles.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Submit required college reports and forms.
• Review and recommend learning materials.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Provide student access via office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Engage in professional development and institutional service as directed.
• Assume other reasonable duties as assigned.

• Mastery of course content.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Openness to alternative viewpoints and collaborative work with diverse groups.
• Commitment to academic excellence and lifelong learning.
• Experience integrating instructional approaches such as service learning, civic engagement, and technology.
• Ability to employ strategies that engage students in learning.

• Predominantly sedentary work; light walking, standing, bending, and occasional carrying of documents or equipment.

• Use of PC workstation, calculator, phone, and general office equipment.
• Interaction with internal and external contacts as required.
• Work in climate‑controlled classroom or lab with minimal safety hazards.
• Varied class hours; faculty must be available to students outside instruction times.

• Master’s degree in English, literature, creative writing, or a related field with 18 graduate hours in English, literature, creative writing, or rhetoric composition studies.

Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. Salary range is determined by experience and education using the submitted resume.

Competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development, and sabbatical opportunities.

Apply online only. Submit Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts if applying for an instructional position.

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