Adjunct Faculty, Economics

Lone Star College; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 7,576,800 - 8,265,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lone Star College is seeking part-time Economics Adjunct Faculty for its Creekside Center located in The Woodlands, Texas. In this role, the faculty will teach Economics courses, develop engaging lessons, and evaluate student progress to foster a supportive educational environment. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Economics or a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Economics.

The position offers flexibility in instructional scheduling, providing a dynamic teaching environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Economics.
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration and teamwork.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Economics courses at various times and locations.
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement.
• Evaluates students to measure their progress.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Demonstrated leadership skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively with a variety of people

Interest in interdisciplinary teaching

Commitment to academic excellence

Ability to engage students effectively

Education

Master's degree in Economics or 18 graduate hours in Economics

Job description

Job Description – Economics Adjunct Faculty (Creekside Center)

Overview

This adjunct faculty position is a part-time role on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Adjunct faculty are hired contingent upon the needs of the System and student demand. Classes are offered day, evening, and weekend, at various times and locations during the academic year. A maximum of five classes per academic year may be taught as a general guideline.

Purpose and Scope

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that lead to the achievement of 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.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches Economics 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
• 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 lifelong learning
• Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology
• Ability to engage students with effective learning strategies

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. The employee sits comfortably to perform the work; there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment includes PC workstation, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment; any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Hours vary depending on class times; instructors are required to meet with classes at scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Economics

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our organization, you will enjoy a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application materials via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. You will receive electronic notifications about new opportunities. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email. Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program. More information is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.