Adjunct Faculty, Arts

Lone Star College

Katy (TX)

On-site

USD 76,374

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A community college in Texas seeks an experienced Adjunct Faculty member to teach Art courses in a part-time capacity. Responsibilities include planning and delivering engaging lessons at various times and locations, evaluating student progress, and maintaining professional relationships within the academic community. Candidates must possess an MA or MFA in a relevant field or a Master's with 18 graduate hours in Art. This role offers $55.44 per contact hour and emphasizes a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

Mastery of course content is essential.
Demonstrated ability to develop instructional approaches.
Experience with interdisciplinary teaching and learning technologies.

Responsibilities

Teach Art courses at various times and locations.
Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement.
Evaluate students' progress in achieving course objectives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Ability to engage students in learning

Education

MA or MFA in art, studio art, art education or art history

Tools

PC workstation

Job description

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.

Cultural Beliefs

One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizens in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizens.

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:

Student Invested
Content Expert
Pedagogically Excellent
Institutionally Dedicated

Location address is 19710 Clay Road, Katy, TX 77449.

Job Description

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

Teaches Art 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

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

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications