Adjunct Faculty, Music Job at New River Community College in The Woodlands

Overview

Commitment to Mission: This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs: One LSC; Student Focused; Own It; Foster Belonging; Cultivate Community; Choose Learning. Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories for excellence. Qualities of Excellence include a focus on student investment, content expertise, pedagogical excellence, and institutional dedication.

Campus Marketing Statement: Lone Star College-Houston North Victory offers programs, classes and support that can lead to success. The location serves the Acres Homes and Inwood Forest communities with a 85,000-square-foot facility offering academic classes, workforce training, adult education, the Victory Early College and more. The address is 4141 Victory Drive, Houston, TX 77088.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that lead to the achievement of 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 are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Lone Star College accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches Music courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. The employee sits comfortably to do the work; there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment includes a PC workstation on a Windows LAN, calculator, phone and general office equipment, and industry-standard specialized equipment as applicable
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Hours vary depending on class times; instructors are required to meet scheduled classes and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in music or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in music

Salary: $55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits

Marketing Statement: By joining our organization, you will enjoy a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

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How to Apply

All applicants must apply online only. We will not accept materials via fax, email, mail, or hand delivery. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communications regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC). If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email to schedule.

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