Faculty, Government

About the role

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.

Faculty members of Lone Star College strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. Our culture requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are self-accountable to being respectful to others through clear and professional communication. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Government at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs
• 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 and departmental guidelines
• 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 in a timely manner of their progress in the course
• Submit required college reports and forms
• Review, evaluate, and recommend student learning materials
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community
• Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
• Engage in professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean
• Have a negotiated workload that includes a requirement to mentor 10–15 students
• Participate in one or more recruitment events including LSC-Houston North Academy, Open Houses, Career Exploration Days, and Zero Week
• May participate in community-based events
• Perform other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• 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
• Ideal candidates will seek and maintain relationships with service area communities
• Must adopt a “students first” approach to education

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 and Conditions

Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment. Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards. Class schedules will be offered in a blocked format and developed for the convenience of the students.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in political science/government; or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in political science/government; JDs and MPAs must have 18 graduate hours in related political science/government courses