Adjunct Faculty, Associate Degree Nursing
Inside Higher Ed, Houston, TX, United States
Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Associate Degree Nursing
Location: LSC-CyFair
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 44575
Job Description
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 to facilitate student learning. Adjunct faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System.
Essential Job Functions
Teaches Nursing 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 content
Demonstrated leadership skills with a style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and 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 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
Physical Abilities
The work is sedentary. Typically 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.
Work Schedule And Conditions
Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in nursing OR Master's degree or higher in any field, with a bachelor's degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program in nursing and at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities.
3 years non‑teaching work experience in the field.
Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas. (22 Tex. Admin. Code 215.7 (2005))
Salary
$59.80 per contact hour.
Benefits
Supportive, collegial work environment
Excellent work/life balance
Tuition waiver
Participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
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Location: LSC-CyFair
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 44575
Job Description
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 to facilitate student learning. Adjunct faculty are hired in a part‑time capacity on a semester‑by‑semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System.
Essential Job Functions
Teaches Nursing 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 content
Demonstrated leadership skills with a style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and 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 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
Physical Abilities
The work is sedentary. Typically 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.
Work Schedule And Conditions
Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
Work is performed in a climate‑controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction
Required Qualifications
Master's degree or higher in nursing OR Master's degree or higher in any field, with a bachelor's degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program in nursing and at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities.
3 years non‑teaching work experience in the field.
Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas. (22 Tex. Admin. Code 215.7 (2005))
Salary
$59.80 per contact hour.
Benefits
Supportive, collegial work environment
Excellent work/life balance
Tuition waiver
Participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
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