Adjunct Faculty, CPR CTE-CE

Lone Star College; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 76,374; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A community college in the United States is seeking a part-time Adjunct Faculty member to teach CPR and first aid courses. The role requires teaching at various times, engaging students through hands-on instruction, and demonstrating commitment to the college's mission. Ideal candidates must have teaching experience and be certified CPR instructors. This position offers an excellent work environment with competitive hourly pay of $55.44. Join us in making a difference in students' lives!

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
• Familiarity with MS Office software.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality service to students.

Responsibilities

• Teach CPR and first aid training courses.
• Create engaging lessons for student involvement.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Collaborative work

Use of MS Office

Communication skills

Quality service to students

Change management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Currently certified CPR Instructor

Job description

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.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry 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 citizenry.

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

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

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 by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldest college in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range of academic and workforce programs and is a leading college in the health sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of the lifePATH program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitive disabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership with Harris County Public Library, and we offer an early college high school with the Tomball Independent School District. Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.

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. CE 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 CPR and first aid training courses at a variety of times and locations.
2. Provide hands‑on instruction and demonstration of CPR techniques, including chest compressions, rescue breathing, and automated external defibrillator (AED) use.
3. Stay current on CPR and first aid guidelines, updates, and best practices.
4. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
5. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner.
6. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
7. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.
8. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress.
9. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
10. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
11. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work collaboratively.
• Familiarity with MS Office software.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community college.
• Demonstrated communication and computer skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality service to students.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead change.

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 & Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment.
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office 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

• High school diploma or GED.
• Teaching experience.
• Currently certified CPR Instructor through a recognized organization (American Heart Association, American Red Cross, ASHI or HSI).

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement

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.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand‑delivered. Postings for part‑time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. If you are selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview. Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.