Adjunct, Environmental Science

Hill College; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Hill College in Hillsboro, Texas invites applications for an Adjunct (Part-Time) teaching position in the Engineering, Science, and Computing disciplines. The role includes teaching Dual Credit classes at dual credit locations and supporting student success within the Student Learning & Success Department.

The successful candidate will have a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline and proven experience teaching in higher education, along with strong organizational and

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience teaching in higher education within the instructional area being taught.
• Ability to focus on details in lesson planning, assessment, and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the assigned classroom, laboratory, shop, or learning environment.
• Teach Dual Credit classes at dual credit locations as required.
• Communicate effectively with students and colleagues, and uphold Hill College policies.

Skills

Strong organization

Time management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

LMS

Distance learning tools

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Adjunct Comp., Eng., & Sci. Hillsboro, TX, US

Department

Student Learning & Success

Pay Classification

Adjunct (PT)

Reports To

Program Coordinator, Physical Science

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Summary

Responsible for the success of the total teaching/learning process within the assigned classroom, laboratory, shop, or other learning environment. Will be required to teach Dual Credit classes at dual credit locations.

Education

Master's degree with 18 hours of graduate-level credit in teaching discipline, or a combination of experience and education that yields the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Experience

Experience teaching in higher education within the instructional area being taught.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to focus on details, ensuring that every aspect of lesson planning, assessment, and student engagement is conducted with precision, creating an effective and organized learning environment, minimizing errors and enhancing student outcomes.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in operating computers, standard office equipment, and various instructional technologies (including Microsoft Office, LMS, and distance learning tools).
• Capacity to set priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in team settings.
• Ability to think critically and apply problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to articulate and support Hill College values and Code of Conduct.
• Ability to interpret and abide by Hill College policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all information.
• Excellent customer service skills, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students and colleagues.
• Demonstrating initiative in continuous learning, actively seeking new concepts, skills, and experiences to enhance teaching practice and stay current with educational trends and technologies.
• Strong organization and time management are critical to balancing instructional duties, administrative responsibilities, and professional commitments.
• Working knowledge of the guidelines of the state agency/accrediting agency for departments with regulation from outside agencies.
• Working knowledge of all regulations in adherence to required licenses and certifications.
• Working knowledge of the Hill College vision and mission.

Strategic Vision and Program Development

Contributes to the development and review of curriculum and general education assessment.

Collaboration

Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a welcoming and safe environment that provides a sense of belonging for all.

Participates as a faculty representative at convocations, commencement, and honors day assemblies; works individually and collaboratively with others to recruit and retain students.

Demonstrated Attributes

Sets high standards in academic and scholarly excellence, personal integrity, and professional ethics; maintains professional development and engagement in the field.

Other Information

Security sensitive position.

Travel

Travel for recruiting and performances as necessary.

Licensing Requirements

Texas driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

Light work; exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work.