Instructor, BAS Healthcare Management (Part Time) Pool Req

Houston Community College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking a part-time Instructional Faculty member to support the college curriculum in Health Sciences. The role includes teaching, advising, and professional development activities, with a requirement to adapt to various sites and modalities across Houston.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in Health Sciences (Doctorate preferred) and be eligible to teach clinical courses at affiliate sites.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Health Sciences or related field.
• Doctorate preferred.
• Current/Active license, registration, or certification in Health Sciences field preferred.
• Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application.
• Applicants must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses using varied teaching methodologies and delivery methods.
• Advise students and provide access via office hours and electronic communication.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi and LMS shells.
• Plan and deliver instruction across multiple sites as needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit reports timely.
• Review and select textbooks and learning materials.
• Participate in department and college activities and accreditation standards.

Skills

Teaching flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Tech competency

Organizational skills

Student counseling

Disability awareness

Education

Master’s degree in Health Sciences

Doctorate preferred

License/Certification in Health Sciences

Official transcript

Eligibility to teach clinical courses

Tools

LMS (Learning Management System)

Job description

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that supports the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours per week each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching:

• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.
• Plan, develop, and use 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.
• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines. (See Faculty Workload Guidelines)
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times, locations, and modalities in response to institutional programmatic needs.
• Develop and maintain a Learning Management System (LMS) shell for each assigned course
• Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.
• Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

Academic Advising:

• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues during class time and office hours.

Professional Development:

• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline
• Learn technologies that support student learning
• Participate in department-required annual evaluation process.

Institutional and Community Service:

• Part-time faculty are encouraged but not required to participate in department’s, college, or district committees and governance organizations.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
• Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Possess good organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment
• Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Master's degree required in Health Sciences or related fieldDoctorate preferredCurrent/Active license, registration, or certification in Health Sciences field preferredCopy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application

Applicants must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites

EXPERIENCE

3 years direct Allied Health, Health Sciences or Health Care management work experience 1 year teaching experience preferred.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

EEO Statement

• Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
• Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
• 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 involvement, innovation and creativity.

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