Adjunct - Engineering Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Baytown, TX is seeking a part-time Adjunct - Engineering Instructor. This role involves teaching freshman and sophomore-level Engineering courses while maintaining student accounting records and providing guidance. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Engineering or related fields and is committed to student learning and technology integration in the curriculum. This position requires flexible teaching schedules, including possible evening and weekend classes.

Qualifications

• Master's (or higher) degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Teaching experience at the community college or university level is preferred.
• Experience with spreadsheets and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Engineering courses.
• Maintain accurate student accounting records and reports.
• Provide student guidance and counsel during office hours.

Skills

Commitment to student learning

Integrating technology into curriculum

Office hours management

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

18 graduate hours in the teaching field

Tools

C++

AutoCAD

Blackboard Learning Management System

Job description

Adjunct - Engineering Instructor

Salary:

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Number: FY202100035

Location: Main Campus - Baytown, TX

Division: Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on an as needed basis. These positions are filled prior to or during the start of each semester and are contingent upon the needs of the College. Adjunct faculty must complete the Lee Teaching Online Certification course or provide documentation of training in distance education. Lee College accepts application materials for adjunct employment on a continuing basis throughout the year from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Academic departments will contact potential applicants when there are available openings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Engineering courses.


• Qualified applicants must be committed to student learning, integrating technology into the curriculum, and encouraging engaged scholars.


• Maintain accurate student accounting records in compliance with Lee College requirements.


• Submit required student reports to the Admissions & Records Office according to schedule.


• Direct and evaluate the learning experience of the students in accordance with adopted curricula and approved procedures.


• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.


• Provide counsel/guidance to students when there is a need.


• Faculty members may be required to teach evening, summer, online, hybrid, dual enrollment, and/or weekend classes.


• Provide at least one scheduled office hour per week for each three-credit course in a regular 16-week semester or two scheduled office hours per week in an 8-week term. Office hours can be in-person, by telephone, or via Blackboard Collaborate. You must be available for a live conversation during scheduled office hours.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Qualified candidates must have a Master's (or higher) degree in Engineering or a Master's (or higher) degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching field.

Preferred

• Teaching experience at the community college or university level


• M.S. or Ph.D. in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering


• Experience with software including, but not limited to: spreadsheets, symbolic algebra packages, engineering analysis software (C++/AutoCAD), laboratory control software


• Prior online teaching experience and certification


• Blackboard Learning Management System experience

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lee/jobs/3534148/adjunct-engineering-instructor