Adjunct - Humanities Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Baytown, TX, is seeking a part-time Adjunct Humanities Instructor to teach freshman and sophomore courses. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in the teaching field or a Master's with 18 graduate hours in the field. Responsibilities include maintaining student records, providing guidance, and integrating technology into the curriculum. Prior online teaching experience is preferred. This position offers a flexible schedule and is contingent upon the college's needs.

Qualifications

• Master's or higher degree in teaching field required.
• Online teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate student accounting records.

Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Humanities courses.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit reports.
• Provide guidance and counseling to students.

Skills

Commitment to student learning

Integrating technology into curriculum

Counseling and guidance skills

Education

Master's degree in teaching field

18 graduate hours in teaching field

Tools

Blackboard Learning Management System

Job description

Adjunct - Humanities Instructor

Job Type: Part-Time | Job Number: FY202100012 | Location: Main Campus - Baytown, TX | Division: Provost/Academic & Student Affairs

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on an as-needed basis. These positions are filled prior to or during the start of each semester and are contingent upon the needs of the College. Adjunct faculty must complete the Lee Teaching Online Certification course or provide documentation of training in distance education. Lee College accepts application materials for adjunct employment on a continuing basis throughout the year from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Academic departments will contact potential applicants when there are available openings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach freshman and sophomore-level Humanities courses.
• Qualified applicants must be committed to student learning, integrating technology into the curriculum, and encouraging engaged scholars.
• Maintain accurate student accounting records in compliance with Lee College requirements.
• Submit required student reports to the Admissions & Records Office according to schedule.
• Direct and evaluate the learning experience of the students in accordance with adopted curricula and approved procedures.
• Teach assigned classes in keeping with approved syllabi, outlines, and instructional materials.
• Provide counsel/guidance to students when there is a need.
• Faculty members may be required to teach evening, summer, online, hybrid, dual enrollment, and/or weekend classes.
• Provide at least one scheduled office hour per week for each three-credit course in a regular 16-week semester or two scheduled office hours per week in an 8-week term. Office hours can be in-person, by telephone, or via Blackboard Collaborate. You must be available for a live conversation during scheduled office hours.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Qualified candidates must have a Master's (or higher) degree in the teaching field or a Master's (or higher) degree with 18 graduate hours in the teaching field.

Preferred

• Prior online teaching experience and certification.
• Blackboard Learning Management System experience.

Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lee/jobs/3534555/adjunct-humanities-instructor