Instructor Biology - Adjunct Pool

Instructor Biology - Adjunct Pool 🔍Houston, Texas, System Wide 📁 Adjunct 📅22001IU Requisition #📅Jan 17, 2025 Post DateWe are currently seeking an Instructor Biology to join our Adjunct Faculty who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. We encourage you to be a part of the Mosaic of HCC. The Opportunity You : Innovator. Pacesetter. Agent of change. If you’re a tech savvy, process improvement-focused Student Champion with a talent for developing partnerships with communities and individuals, we’re looking for you. Highlights : We are currently seeking an exceptional individual who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. Next steps : If you always have the student experience in the forefront of your planning and execution, if you’re a collaborator, an innovator and a person who gets things done, apply today!

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

Faculty is expected to teach a full load each semester as defined in the Faculty Workload Guidelines. Demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. Faculty may be required to teach at various locations in the District.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.Teaching :

• a.Demonstrate skill and / or knowledge in teaching discipline;
• b.Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods;
• c.Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair;
• d.Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles;
• e.Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner;
• f.Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines;
• g.Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials;
• h.Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs;

i.Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously.Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories and

j.Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

2.Academic Advising :

d.Create and maintain a website dedicated to the types of information specified in bullet three and

e.Work with Chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).

3.Professional Development :

c.Learn and apply technologies that support student learning and

d.Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

4.Institutional and Community Service :

i.Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business / industry, and higher education and

j.Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and / or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Must have completed at least eighteen (18) graduate hours in Biology and hold a Master’s degree (official transcript(s) conferring degree must accompany the application). EXPERIENCE Minimum of one (1) year of college level teaching experience or five (5) to ten (10) years of related work experience required.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities :

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies :

Sandra Jacobson, Interim Director EEO / Compliance / Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.