Part-Time Instructor, Business Professional-Corporate College

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Shenandoah (TX); Hybrid; USD 7,576,800 - 8,265,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Tuition waiver

Participation in tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a part-time CC Trainer to facilitate course learning and support student achievement. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and teaching courses while maintaining quality instruction.

Qualified applicants must have at least 3 years of experience in education or a related field and a high school diploma or GED. The position offers a flexible schedule with compensation of $55.44 per contact hour.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of documented experience in a related field.
• License or appropriate teaching certifications where applicable.
• Specialization in field required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and teach courses within the curriculum.
• Maintain and improve the quality of instruction.
• Evaluate students and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Excellent written and communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Database applications

Job description

Job Description

It is the responsibility of the teaching positions to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Part‑time CC Trainers are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the College. Lone Star College accepts applications year‑round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part‑time basis. Part‑time Trainer hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes at various times and locations during the academic year. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Teaches courses as designated in the Business and Professional program. Courses such as; Supervision, Administration, Accounting, QuickBooks, Small Business Management, Nonprofit, PayTrain, GrantWriting, Leadership, and Professionalism in the Workplace
2. Assists in developing CC Business and Professional curriculum for business classes
3. Responsible for maintaining and improving the quality of instruction
4. Submits required college reports and forms
5. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
6. Provides timely, quality access to students by appointment, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
7. Works with Corporate College to continuously improve instructional quality by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods, including collaborative learning, learning communities, service learning, instructional technology, and distance education
8. Evaluates students by a variety of means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress
9. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Mastery of course content
• Ability to meet specific deadlines on a daily basis
• Ability to respond to emergency calls as needed
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills
• Ability to work in a diverse College setting
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities
• Intermediate skills in computer and database applications
• Ability and commitment to work collaboratively
• Commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community college
• Strong communication and computer skills
• Commitment to quality service to students
• Ability to manage and lead change
• Ability to convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately and concisely

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE & CONDITIONS

• PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office, classroom or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of documented experience working or teaching in a related field
• License or appropriate teaching certifications when teaching courses regulated by a licensing body or certifying authority
• Specialization in field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree

SALARY

$55.44 per contact hour.

BENEFITS

We offer a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more.

EEO STATEMENT

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.