Adjunct Faculty, Networking & General Computer Information Technology-BCIS

Overview

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Networking & General Computer Information Technology-BCIS

Location: LSC-North Harris

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 43871

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.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories. The Chronicle of Higher Education's Great Colleges to Work For designation recognizes colleges that foster strong workplace culture.

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For institution. LSC-North Harris provides programs in a campus setting focused on leading-edge technology in emerging technical job fields. Location address: 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

Purpose and Scope: It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that lead to course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes across various times and locations. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

• Teaches Computer Information Technology 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

• 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
• 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 lifelong learning
• Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

The work is sedentary with typical duties performed at a workstation; some walking, standing, bending, lifting light items may occur. No special physical demands are required.

• Equipment includes PC workstation on a LAN in a Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab with minimal safety hazards
• Hours vary based on class times; instructors are required to meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of class instruction

• Master's with 18 graduate hours in computer science or related field, or an MBA with 18 hours of relevant computer-related coursework or computer-related experience

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement:
The institution offers a supportive work environment, work-life balance, tuition waiver, retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more.

How to Apply:

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept materials via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. You may receive notifications about new opportunities by updating your profile. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email.

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