Adjunct Faculty, Mathematics

Job Description

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 Employment: Adjunct faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. They may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year and are hired based on student demand. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year.

• Teaches Math 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 them in a timely manner.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

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

The work is sedentary, involving sitting, walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required.

• Uses PC workstation with LAN, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment.
• Interacts with internal and external contacts as needed.
• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom or lab environment.
• Hours vary depending on class time; instructors must be available to students outside of class instruction.

• Master's degree in Mathematics or a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Mathematics or Statistics.

$55.44 per contact hour.

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

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