Instructor Integrated Reading / Writing (INRW) - Adjunct

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College invites applications for a part-time instructional faculty position to support the college curriculum and programs. The role emphasizes teaching, academic advising, professional development, and community service within the department and college.

The incumbent will teach a maximum load of contact hours per semester, develop syllabi, utilize diverse teaching methods, and contribute to curriculum review and accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching or tutoring experience related to the discipline is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s with eighteen (18) graduate hours preferred) in one of the listed disciplines.
• Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses applying a variety of teaching methods and materials to meet course objectives and diverse student needs.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; provide access to students.
• Participate in professional development and institutional/community service activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Diversity & inclusion

Technology in classroom

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s with eighteen graduate hours preferred) in relevant discipline

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

SUMMARY

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. The incumbent will teach a maximum load of contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part‑time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college.

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 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.
• 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, and opportunities for work and careers.
• Create and maintain a website dedicated to the types of information specified in the job description.
• Work with Chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department.

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, 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

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (Master’s with eighteen (18) graduate hours preferred) in one of the following disciplines: Communication, Creative Writing, Developmental Education, Education (Curriculum, Reading, Teaching, Writing), English, History, Humanities, Journalism, Linguistics/English Linguistics, Literature, Professional Writing, Reading, Rhetoric and Composition, or Sociology.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching or tutoring experience related to the discipline is required.

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 with a diverse professional, community, and student population.
• Possess good organizational and planning skills.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrate 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.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the Houston Community College System to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact the Employment Services Office at [phone].

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 diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

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]