Adjunct Instructor - Speech; SHSU

Instructor of Speech

The Instructor of Speech's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing instruction for students enrolled in Public Speaking/Speech courses at the Lamar Institute of Technology. This position reports directly to the Department Chair of General Education and is a part-time, exempt position. Hours vary depending on the need and course schedule, and may include day, evening, and/or weekend classes. This is not a posting for regular adjunct instructors.

Classes will be delivered at the Sam Houston State University Campus.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach courses as scheduled and actively engage students in the learning process
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings
• Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels
• Complete required training, such as Blackboard Online Instructor Certification and Title IX Training, FERPA, etc.
• Utilize LIT's Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) and Sam Houston State University (SHSU) Faculty Online Development Training to continually hone and improve professional knowledge and teaching skills
• Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
• Other related duties as assigned

Minimum/

Preferred Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A master's degree in Communication or Speech or master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Communication/Speech from a regionally accredited institution
• 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

PREFERRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Doctorate degree in subject area
• Related field and/or industry certifications

Supplemental Information:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.