Adjunct Faculty, French

Lone Star College; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 63,008 - 89,739; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Excellent work/life balance

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wisconsin is looking for part-time adjunct faculty to teach French courses. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in the discipline or equivalent qualifications. Responsibilities include creating engaging lessons and evaluating student progress. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the discipline or with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrates commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors.
• Engages students through effective strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach French courses at various times and locations.
• Create engaging lessons for student involvement.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Demonstrated leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints

Interest in interdisciplinary teaching

Commitment to academic excellence

Ability to engage students

Education

Master's degree in the discipline

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

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

Built on 200 acres of piney woods, Lone Star College-North Harris serves the community for more than three decades. It offers high‑quality, low‑cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. The campus hosts more than 60 programs of study, including university‑transfer and numerous education courses and programs, and focuses on leading‑edge technology in emerging technical job fields. The location address is 2700 W. W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that 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. They may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year and are offered day, evening, and weekend classes at various times and locations during the academic year.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Teaches French 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

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:

• Master's degree in the discipline or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in the discipline

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being 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.

Application Instructions

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