Instructor Geology (Environmental Science) - Adjunct Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College (HCC) seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Geology (Environmental Science) to teach day or evening classes at Houston-area campuses. You will develop courses, apply best practices in pedagogy, and support student success.

Must hold a Master’s degree and have 18 graduate hours in Geology; experience teaching college-level courses and familiarity with Blackboard Vista or similar LMS is preferred. This position supports diverse student populations across the district.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree and 18 graduate hours in Geology.
• Experience teaching college-level courses preferred.
• Familiarity with Blackboard Vista or similar LMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach Geology (Environmental Science) courses to students.
• Develop course content and assessments.
• Use diverse teaching methods and engage students across campuses.
• Advise declared majors and review textbooks/materials.

Skills

Geology instruction

Student communication

LMS knowledge

Education

Master's degree

18 graduate hours in Geology

Tools

Blackboard Vista

Job description

Instructor Geology (Environmental Science) – Adjunct

Location: Houston, Texas. System Wide. Adjunct. Requisition ID: 250018Q. Post Date: Feb 05, 2025.

Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open‑admission public institution of higher education providing quality affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning. Over 98% of graduates start a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Schools Commission on Colleges. It offers more than 300 associate degree and certificate programs to more than 75,000 students across 13 centers and online each semester. HCC is No.1 among community colleges in the nation for associate degrees to minorities and for educating international students, with 10.4% of its student population from outside the USA. Vision: become the employer of choice in support of student success by attracting, retaining, and motivating the best employees.

Team

We are currently seeking a Geology Instructor to advance the institution’s tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. You will teach students about Geology, establish courses following best‑practice educational standards, use diverse effective methodologies, provide engagement and support activities. When not teaching, you may assist students with work opportunities, evaluate program curricula, advise declared majors, or review textbooks and learning materials. If you are excited to pass on your knowledge, submit your application today.

Location Highlights

• Third-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken.
• Overall after‑taxes living costs are 5.6% below the national average for urban areas.
• Sports town with major league teams and annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• Mild winters allow year‑round outdoor activities.
• World-renowned medical care; many Houston area hospitals rank among the nation’s top institutions.
• Over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area.
• Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants.

Education

Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Geology and hold a Master’s degree (official transcripts required with application).

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of college‑level teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be willing and able to teach day or evening classes at multiple campuses.

Must have knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software, including Blackboard Vista or similar online software.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse professional, community and student populations.

Good organizational and planning skills.

Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and to students with disabilities.

Ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning‑centered environment.

Self‑disciplined and able to effectively manage others.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and gender 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 Jacobson, Interim Director EEO/Compliance/Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

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