Job Summary
This position is responsible for teaching courses as assigned for students enrolled in dual credit courses. This position may require teaching onsite at a local Independent School District or via online instruction.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Teach courses as scheduled and actively engage students in the learning process
- Maintain one office hour per week/per course
- Attend adjunct faculty meetings
- Assess courses on departmental and institutional levels
- Complete required training, such as Blackboard Certification, Title IX Training, etc.
- Must have reliable transportation for travel to assigned instructional sites
- Utilize LIT’s Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) to continually hone and improve professional knowledge and teaching skills
- Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
- Maintain ethical and professional behavior
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Appropriate degree, in accordance with specific program instructor qualifications. For example, some programs require a master’s degree, while other, more technical programs may require an associate degree and/or industry certification or license. Experience requirements will vary depending on discipline being taught. Specific Certifications/Licenses may be required depending on discipline being taught. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good time management skills. Awareness of national issues and trends in education and related field. Ability to use computers for email, Word documents and basic spreadsheets
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching in higher education
- Experience with Banner, Blackboard, Starfish, etc.
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.
Lamar Institute of Technology is an E-Verify Employer. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.