Instructor, Real Estate (Part Time) - Adjunct

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College is seeking an adjunct Instructor in Real Estate to support the college curriculum and student success. You will teach courses, develop syllabi, advise students, and participate in department activities across multiple sites and modalities.

The position requires an active Texas Real Estate Salesperson license with years of experience and the ability to adapt to diverse learners, maintain records, and use technology in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or higher degree in Real Estate, Finance, Marketing, Community Development, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Appraisal, or other Business-related degrees required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in qualifying fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and develop syllabi compliant with program guidelines.
• Provide academic advising and support to students during class and office hours.
• Develop LMS shells for assigned courses and use instructional technology.
• Participate in department, college, and community service activities.
• Review and select textbooks and learning materials to support curriculum.

Skills

Teaching ability

Tech proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Student motivation

Self-discipline

Education

Real estate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Instructor, Real Estate (Part Time) - Adjunct

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 may 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 (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. 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 an LMS (Learning Management System) 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.
2. 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.
   • 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.
   • Faculty members may provide information and assistance to individuals who maintain a web site related to assigned program.
   • Work with Chair/Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).
3. 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.
4. 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 HCC.
   • Participate in college‑related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special program.
   • Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCC.
   • Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
   • Participate in the HCC 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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education

Associate’s or higher degree in Real Estate, Finance, Marketing, Community Development, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Appraisal, or other Business‑related degrees required. Bachelor’s degree or higher in aforementioned qualifying fields preferred. Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application.

Experience

Applicant must have an active Texas Real Estate Salesperson license with 5 years of active experience as a Real Estate Salesperson; Broker’s license is preferred. Three years of teaching or training experience is preferred. A portfolio showing adequate professional experience, research, authorship, or other professional endeavors in real estate may be accepted in lieu of work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.
2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
4. Possess good organizational and planning skills.
5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio‑economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning‑centered environment.
7. 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

Houston Community 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]

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