Adjunct Faculty, Anthropology

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,008 - 89,739; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Professional development opportunities

Tax deferred retirement plan

Excellent work/life balance

Job summary

A community college seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for Anthropology courses. This part-time position involves teaching, developing engaging lessons, and assessing student progress. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in anthropology or related fields. Responsibilities include attending meetings and submitting administrative reports. The role offers flexible teaching hours and the opportunity to be part of a supportive academic environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology or 18 graduate hours in anthropology required.
• Ability to develop engaging lessons and use technology effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Anthropology courses across various times and locations.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain professional relationships.
• Submit required reports and attend relevant meetings.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Interdisciplinary teaching

Engagement strategies

Education

Master's degree in anthropology or related field

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty, Anthropology

Location

LSC-Montgomery, 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384

Employment Type

Regular, Part‑Time

Job ID

44399

Purpose and Scope

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the 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. Lone Star College 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.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches Anthropology courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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
• Demonstrates 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 life‑long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in anthropology

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

EEO Statement

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