Curriculum Developer (Part-time)- Staff Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College System in Houston, Texas is seeking a Curriculum Developer (Part-time) to create and update career and technology education curricula that align with industry outcomes.

You will collaborate with the CTE department, instructors and instructional designers, and adapt materials for online, classroom, and hybrid delivery while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field is required.
• Three (3) years of experience in a field directly related to the work.

Responsibilities

• Develop new course syllabi in support of workforce education programs.
• Develop course objectives, outlines and syllabi aligned with WECM.
• Recommend instructional delivery methods (online, classroom, hybrid).
• Use web applications and appropriate technology to perform tasks.
• Maintain records for HCCS, course sponsors and instructional administrators.
• Modify existing curriculum to meet student needs and assist faculty.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials, class handouts and information sheets; organize student activities.
• Assist in selecting textbooks, films and resources as needed.

Skills

Proofreading

MS Word

InDesign

Desktop publishing

Data management

Record keeping

Report generation

Oral communication

Written communication

Curriculum knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Word

InDesign

Job description

Curriculum Developer (Part-time) - Staff Pool

Location: Houston, Texas, System Wide

SUMMARY

Develop Career and Technology Education (CTE) program curricula to teach industry-driven educational outcomes in terms of appropriate skills, knowledge, and abilities needed by a student to enter an occupation. Assure all Career and Technology Education program curricula include opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery of oral and written communication, math and computing skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of CTE department chair, dean and/or instructional designer, develop new course syllabi in support of workforce education programs by researching industry-specific information and data.

Develop course objectives, outlines and syllabi consistent with educational course outcomes as specified in the THECB Workforce Education Course Manual (WECM).

Recommend instructional delivery methods, to include online, classroom, and/or hybrid.

Use web application and appropriate technology to perform all of the above tasks.

Participate in appropriate professional growth experiences approved by the college or its organizations and attend training as required.

Maintain all appropriate records as needed by HCCS, course sponsors and instructional administrators.

Modify existing curriculum to meet needs of the students. Assist faculty to adapt curriculum to specific student requirements.

As necessary, assist in preparing instructional materials, class handouts and information sheets, and organize student activities. Aid in the selection of textbooks, films and resources as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in education or a technical field required.

EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in a field that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to proofread, check and insure accuracy in all course related documents.

Demonstrated ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and In-Design or other desktop publishing software.

Ability to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others.

Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Proficient understanding of curriculum.

Ability to be proactive and to solve problems independently.

Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with a diverse student population.

Ability to work well in a team environment.

HCC Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact [phone].

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.