Adjunct Faculty, Medical Assisting
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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, diversity, integrity,
leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students
and employees is essential. Cultural Beliefs
The Chronicle of Higher
Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize
colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to
further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and
influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at
higher education institutions. Lone Star College
was recognized in eight areas: Professional Development; Mission &
Pride; Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness; Confidence in Senior
Leadership; Faculty & Staff Well-Being; Shared Governance; Faculty
Experience; Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging.
Qualities of Excellence
As faculty members of Lone Star
College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our
students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that
incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then,
requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while
immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate
with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the
pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning
thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world
citizenry. Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four
qualities of excellence:
Campus Marketing Statement
Lone Star College-CyFair
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost
academic transfer and career training education to 93,000+ students
each semester. LSC has been named a 2021 Great Colleges to Work For
institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked 35th in
Texas in the Forbes 'America's Best Employers By State' list.
Located in suburban northwest Houston in the heart of the
CyFair Community, the college provides a full range of offerings
including unique programs in fire science technology, logistics
management and sonography. Since opening our award winning campus in
2003, the college has experienced record growth and supports an
exciting learning environment that brings together state-of-the-art
technology and active, collaborative learning. Location
address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433.
LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight
Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.
Job Description
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. 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.
As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per
academic year. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: PHYSICAL ABILITIES : The
work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of
standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring
bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar
activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as
typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but
common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average
agility and dexterity. WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Salary
$51.75 per contact hour.
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution,
you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a
supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance,
tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan,
professional development opportunities and more.
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the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters
only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.
If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e.
Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the
following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching
Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your
file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.
How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY
ONLINE ONLY We will not accept application
material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.
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 communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC). If
selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or
email to schedule an interview. Lone Star College
participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College
provides the federal government with information from each new
employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work
in the United States. More information on the E-Verify
program is available at .
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions
are subject to a criminal background check.