Adjunct Faculty, Economics

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty, Economics

LSC‑Kingwood, 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339

Part‑Time, Regular (semester‑by‑semester basis, up to 5 classes per academic year)

The purpose of this role is to provide engaging learning activities and support that enable students to achieve course objectives and contribute positively to the educational environment of Lone Star College and the community. Adjunct faculty will plan, develop, and teach economics courses on a part‑time basis, emphasizing student learning.

• Teach economics courses at a variety of times and locations;
• Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material;
• Submit required college reports and forms in a timely manner;
• Utilize a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines;
• Meet with and advise students before or after class, by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods;
• Evaluate students to measure progress toward course objectives and inform students of their progress in a timely manner;
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community;
• Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required;
• Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned.

• Mastery of course content;
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a collaborative, teamwork‑oriented style;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work effectively with a wide variety of people;
• Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies (collaborative learning, learning communities, distance learning);
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service, and a dynamic climate for lifelong learning;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technology;
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning.

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

The work is sedentary, typically requiring sitting. Occasional walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items (e.g., papers, books) may be required. No special physical demands are necessary.

• Use of PC workstation, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment;
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position;
• Work performed in a climate‑controlled classroom or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards;
• Hours vary depending on class time; instructors must meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction.

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits include a supportive, collegial work environment; excellent work/life balance; tuition waiver; participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan; professional development opportunities; and more.

All applicants must apply online only. Please include Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. The cover letter should have the Job  (42951) in the title. Attachments should be limited to 40 characters. Do not submit application materials via fax, email, mail, or hand‑delivery.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.