Overview
Job Title : Adjunct Faculty, Philosophy | Location : LSC-CyFair | Regular / Temporary : Regular | Full / Part Time : Part-Time | Job ID : 43343
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.
Essential Job Functions
- Teaches Philosophy 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
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Mastery of course contentDemonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitationExcellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of peopleInterest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learningCommitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learningAbility to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning / civic engagement, learning communities, and effective use of technologyAbility to engage students using effective instructional strategiesRequired Qualifications
Master's degree in philosophy or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in philosophySalary
$55.44 per contact hour.
Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment includes a PC workstation in a Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipmentWork is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and / or lab with minimal safety hazardsHours vary depending on class times; instructors are required to meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of classBenefits and Other Information
Lone Star College offers a high-quality, low-cost academic experience with a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, 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. Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program.
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