Instructor Business Administration - Adjunct Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 89,544; Part time

Job summary

Houston City College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor – Business Administration. The role encompasses teaching, academic advising, professional development, and community service, with responsibilities spanning multiple sites as needed.

Candidates should be prepared to engage students through diverse instructional strategies and maintain accurate records. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in business; three years of relevant work experience and

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in business is required.
• Fields like Business Administration, International Business, Marketing, Logistics or Management preferred.
• Experience in higher education teaching and advising is desired.

Responsibilities

• Teach business courses using varied methodologies and engage students.
• Advise students on instruction, programs and transfer opportunities.
• Participate in professional development and service activities.
• Maintain accurate student records and contribute to program curricula.
• Contribute to college and community service and accreditation activities.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Academic advising

Diversity & inclusion

Technology in classroom

Education

Master's degree in business

18 graduate hours in business

Tools

MS Office

LMS (Canvas/Blackboard)

Job description

Instructor – Business Administration (Adjunct)

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support 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.

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.
• Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and 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 a timely manner.
• Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines.
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.
• Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs.
• 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.
• Make presentations on a particular academic field or program—its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co‑ops, part‑time, work‑study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.
• Create and maintain a website dedicated to the types of information as specified by the college and chair of the department.
• Work with the chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department (see HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines for examples).

Professional Development:

• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.
• Keep pace with developments in the discipline.
• Learn and apply technologies that support student learning.
• Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

Institutional and Community Service:

• Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.
• Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities.
• Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/or committees.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS.
• Participate in college‑related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs.
• Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
• Participate in the HCCS planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities.
• Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state‑mandated guidelines and requirements of business/industry, and higher education.
• Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post‑secondary institutions.

Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in business is required. Preferred fields include Business Administration, International Business, Marketing, Logistics, or Management.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of work experience in the business administration area with emphasis in one of the preferred fields.
• An official transcript of the highest degree conferred is required at the time of employment.
• Two (2) semesters of college‑level teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach all Business Administration courses.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.
• Knowledge and skills in a variety of computer usage and software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Houston City 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:

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.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact 713 718-8565.