Faculty, Economics

About the role

This position carries the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College and requires a commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees. Faculty are expected to foster the college’s cultural beliefs: Student Focused, Own It, Foster Belonging, Cultivate Community, and Choose Learning.

Lone Star College has been recognized by the Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For®” program in multiple categories.

Responsibilities

• Teach Economics courses at varying times and locations to meet institutional needs
• Improve instruction through review and adoption of innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
• Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory consistent with college and departmental guidelines
• Plan, develop, and employ diverse teaching methods and materials that support student achievement of course objectives and accommodate varied educational backgrounds and learning styles
• Evaluate student progress toward stated objectives and provide timely feedback
• Submit required college reports and forms
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
• Provide student access via posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods
• Engage in professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean
• Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of Economics course content
• Demonstrated leadership style emphasizing collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work effectively with diverse populations
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and a dynamic climate for lifelong learning
• Ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology
• Skill in using strategies that engage students in learning

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary with occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

Equipment includes a PC workstation on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and general office equipment, plus any discipline-specific tools. Work is performed in climate-controlled classrooms and/or labs with minimal safety hazards. Hours vary with class schedules; instructors must meet all scheduled class times and be available to students outside of class.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Economics
• OR a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Economics