Faculty, Government

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Texas is seeking a teaching faculty member in Government. Responsibilities include teaching courses, developing syllabi, and evaluating student progress. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree in political science or government and possess strong leadership and communication skills. The position requires flexibility in course scheduling and engagement with students and the community.

Qualifications

• Mastery of course content in political science/government.
• Commitment to academic excellence and service.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Government at various times and locations.
• Develop and use a syllabus in line with guidelines.
• Evaluate students' progress and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Student engagement strategies

Technology use in education

Education

Master's degree in political science/government

Additional 18 graduate hours in political science/government

Job description

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The faculty member's role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation, professional development, and institutional service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches courses in Government at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs
2. Makes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
3. Develops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college and departmental guidelines
4. Plans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles
5. Evaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course
6. Submits required college reports and forms
7. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials
8. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community
9. Provides access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
10. Responsible for professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean
11. Will have a negotiated workload that will include a requirement to mentor 10-15 students
12. Will be expected to participate in one or more recruitment events including LSC-Houston North Academy, Open Houses, Career Exploration Days, and Zero Week
13. May participate in community-based events
14. 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
• 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
• Ideal candidates will seek and maintain relationships with service area communities
• Must adopt a 'students first' approach to education

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, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Class schedules will be offered in a blocked format and developed for convenience of the students

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in political science/ government or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in political science/ government; JDs and MPAs must have 18 graduate hours in related political science/ government courses

Note: EEO statement and related compliance: Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.