Nutrition Instructor

Job Summary

Instructor for Nutrition responsibilities include providing instruction for students enrolled in Nutrition courses (along with other related courses and topics) in the Healthcare and Sciences Department. This individual is also responsible for maintaining office hours; teaching extended day classes, labs, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. The instructor helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings;

attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; assists in the development of curriculum, as needed; and maintains program computer labs. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as part of achieving the Institute’s Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.

• Actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Participate in college service, which includes but is not limited to committee work, advising and/or tutoring students, and recruiting
• Teach classes during the fall and spring semesters as required by the department (might include day, evening, weekend, and Early College High School/dual credit); including online courses
• Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
• Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
• Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
• Participate in assessment activities for the LIT Core Curriculum
• Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
• Perform other related duties, as required

• Master’s degree in Nutrition, Biology, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate hours in Nutrition or Biology
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Possess good time management skills

• Experience teaching Nutrition or related sciences in higher education
• Experience teaching online and/or dual credit courses
• Doctorate degree in Nutrition, Biology, Health Sciences, or related field
• Registered Dietitian credential or other related certifications preferred

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; and constantly operate a computer or other office equipment such as a printer or copy machine.

• Lamar Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including and as it pertains to pregnancy and wages), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, and/or retaliation.
• Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer.
• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Click for the Security Sensitive Release Form.