Adjunct Faculty, Networking & General Computer Information Technology-BCIS

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect, and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

About the Role

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence: Student Invested, Content Expert, Pedagogically Excellent, and Institutionally Dedicated. As faculty members, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students by modeling ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture requires compassion, innovation, and a commitment to fostering a safe and thriving learning environment.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year, including days, evenings, and weekends. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Responsibilities

• Teaches Computer Information Technology courses at a variety of times and locations
• Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material
• Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
• Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
• Meets with and advises students either before or after class, by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
• Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
• Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required

Requirements

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in computer science or a related field, or an MBA with 18 hours of relevant computer technical coursework or computer technical experience
• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies (including collaborative learning, learning communities, and distance learning)
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Benefits

• Supportive, collegial work environment
• Excellent work/life balance
• Tuition waiver
• Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

$55.44 per contact hour.