Trainer, Entrepreneurship Development (Part Time) Grant-Fund Pool

Houston City College; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston City College seeks a Training Materials Developer for the Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives to design and update curricula, training content, and supporting materials across multiple sites in the city.

You will collaborate with entrepreneurial staff to assess training needs, tailor content to objectives, and ensure currency of teaching methods. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field is required.
• Experience in Business, Entrepreneurship and teaching preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to teach day or evening classes at multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Entrepreneurial staff to assess clients’ training needs.
• Prepare training content for designated clients using standard lesson plans and syllabi.
• Customize training content and format to fit Entrepreneurial objectives.
• Customization and preparation may include research, handouts, training manuals and related administrative procedures.
• Update and revise course content and teaching methods to stay current.
• Maintain familiarity with texts, materials and teaching aids and recommend adoption when appropriate.
• Attend scheduled meetings with Entrepreneurial staff.

Skills

Teaching ability

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for developing the training material according to the needs of the Office of Entrepreneurial Initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Collaborate with Entrepreneurial staff to assess clients’ training needs.

Prepare training content for designated clients and topic using standard lesson plans and syllabi.

Customize training content and format to fit Entrepreneurial objectives.

Customization and preparation process may include research, creation of handouts, binding training manuals and other related administrative procedures related to training curriculum development.

Continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology to maintain currency and relevance.

Maintain familiarity with current texts, materials, teaching aids and techniques relative to courses within the discipline and recommend their adoption when appropriate.

Actively seek ways to improve instruction.

Attend scheduled meetings with Entrepreneurial staff as requested including Adjunct Faculty Orientation.

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

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, human resources, education, marketing, communications, psychology, or related field from a regionally accredited institution required.

Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application.

EXPERIENCE

Experience in Business, Entrepreneurship and teaching preferred.

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. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.


5. Knowledge and experience in the discipline of business management, human resources, sales, curriculum development, etc. with the ability to encourage clients to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.


6. Knowledge of learning theory-motivational, perceptual, and emotional forces present in the learning process and the conditions that affect individual learning and change.


7. Knowledge of theories of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding, motivation, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to achieve effective performance.


8. Knowledge of current developments in related fields of specialization with the ability to keep up to date on changes in policies and procedures to maintain current working knowledge.


9. Ability to contribute and present innovative ideas for new curricula and programs that combine traditional schedules with new demands from business.


10. Able to clearly and effectively present ideas in discussion and oral presentations


11. Able to meet deadlines for reports and other required paperwork.


12. Able to customize training content and format to fit a business curriculum.


13. Able to produce professional quality handouts and presentations.


14. Must be comfortable training in a business environment with the ability to interact professionally with business owners.

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.

The Organization

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singularly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.


• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.


• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.


• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.


• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.


• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.


• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.


• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.

EEO 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 [phone].