Adjunct Faculty, Engineering Design Technology-Construction Supervision

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A Texas educational institution seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for Engineering Design Technology-Construction Supervision. This part-time role involves teaching courses, creating engaging lesson plans, and evaluating student progress. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and exhibit strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits include a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in the field.
• Commitment to academic excellence and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Teach Engineering Technology courses at various times and locations.
• Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Ability to engage students in their learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Associate's degree in engineering graphics or drafting technology

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Engineering Design Technology-Construction Supervision
Location: LSC-North Harris
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 43173

Overview

The purpose and scope of this position is 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 include planning, developing, and teaching courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Responsibilities

1. Teaches Engineering Technology (CNBT 1342) 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
• 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 use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

• Work may require standing for long periods, walking on various surfaces, bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, and lifting moderately heavy items as needed

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Work is performed in a classroom or lab environment with safety considerations typical of the discipline
• Hours vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of class instruction
• Equipment includes PC workstation, calculator, phone, and standard office equipment

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering graphics, drafting technology or computer-aided design in the structural, civil or architectural fields and a minimum of 3 years work experience in the field, or
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or structural/civil engineering or engineering technology or construction management and a minimum of 3 years work experience in the field

Salary: $55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our institution, 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.

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