Instructor, Adjunct English

MedStar Health; Rosenberg (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an innovative Instructor to enrich student experiences through effective teaching and mentorship in a fully online environment. The role emphasizes engaging learning styles, assessment techniques, and the integration of technology, contributing to student success and retention.

Benefits

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Comprehensive health and retirement benefits

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• Required skills determined by the program.
• Ideal candidate has knowledge of Canvas and Google Suite.
• Preferred experience in online environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate learning.
• Prepare syllabi and maintain student records.
• Provide guidance for student retention and success.

Skills

Knowledge of Canvas learning management system

Knowledge of Google Suite

Education

Masters degree

18 graduate hours in English (ENGL)

Master's of English (preferred)

Job description

Be Transformational!

Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As anInstructorat TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students.

Launch your career with TSTC by connecting with our Talent Acquisition team by emailing us [e-mail].

What We Offer You:

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career

• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated

• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break

• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details:

TSTC Benefits

TSTC Retirement Plans

Employee Discount Program

Job Description:TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.

Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.

Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY: Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students in an fully online environment. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT: Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

STUDENT RETENTION AND PLACEMENT: Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

TEAMWORK & SERVICE:
Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

TEACHING & LEARNING:
Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.

MENTORSHIP & COACHING:
Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.

ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK:
Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION:
Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, knowledge, and certifications or license

• Required skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses are determined by the assigned program.
• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the Canvas learning management system.
• The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Chat, Gmail, Calendar, etc.)

Preferred Skills, knowledge, and certifications or license

• Preferred skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses are determined by the assigned program.

Education and Experience

• Masters degree is required. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 18 graduate hours in English (ENGL) on their graduate transcripts.
• Master's of English is preferred
• Preferred experience in an online environment
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

After you complete your application, please send your transcripts to [e-mail].