Adjunct Faculty, Speech

Overview

Purpose and Scope:
It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty 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.

Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Lone Star College accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year.

As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

• Teaches Speech 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 or 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
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

• Master's in speech or communication with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in communication coursework unrelated to the study of mass communications (radio/television productions, journalism, media criticism, broadcasting, public relations, film studies, media writing, etc.), or a Master s degree with 18 hours in communication coursework unrelated to mass communications
• 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
• Demonstrates 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

• Work Schedule and Conditions:
  Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction
• Physical Abilities:
  The work is sedentary with typical light physical activity; no special physical demands are required
• Salary: $55.44 per contact hour
• Benefits Marketing Statement:
  By joining our organization, you will enjoy a supportive work environment, tuition waiver, retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more

All applicants must apply online. We will not accept application material via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program and is an EEO employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

Location address: 15903 West Lake Houston, Houston, TX 77044