Geology (Online) Adjunct Instructor (Pool)

Laredo College•Laredo, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Laredo College is seeking to build a pool of qualified candidates for part-time (adjunct) Geology instructors for online courses. Applications will be reviewed continuously and positions will be filled based on departmental needs. Applications for this pool will remain active for one year. Adjunct faculty are crucial to the college's mission, responsible for delivering curriculum, ensuring academic integrity, and fostering a high-quality learning environment. This role involves organizing and managing courses, delivering effective instruction, assessing student learning, promoting continuous improvement, and engaging students. Adjunct instructors must also participate in professional development and adhere to all college policies and guidelines.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Geology or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Geology.
Graduate coursework hours must be aligned with the course learning outcomes that the instructor will be teaching.
Must reside in the state of Texas upon employment.
Clear and effective communication skills.
Ability to adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of varied learners.
Ability to encourage and foster critical thinking skills in students.
Ability to build rapport with students, foster a positive learning environment, and provide support and guidance.
Ability to manage course materials, assignments, and assessments efficiently.
Ability to address challenges and solve problems effectively.
Proficiency in using technology tools and platforms for teaching, communication, and assessment.
Understanding and adherence to ethical standards in teaching and interactions.
Strong time management skills to balance teaching responsibilities with other academic duties and professional development.
Resume
Unofficial transcript(s)

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in Higher Education.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and revise course objectives to ensure instructional quality and alignment with state standards and accreditation requirements.
Utilize the Laredo College Learning Management System (CANVAS) to organize and publish instructional materials.
Maintain an accurate and updated syllabus through Concourse each term.
Maintain students’ attendance records, submit grades and grade distribution sheets on time, and provide timely constructive feedback to students.
Follow procedures and the academic calendar related to the Office of the Registrar.
Counsel students and notify them or counselors of frequent absences, failures, or necessary make-up work.
Deliver curriculum in conjunction with LC policies, ensuring course rigor, academic integrity, and quality of instruction.
Review and revise curriculum and instructional materials.
Ensure courses and educational programs align with transfer frameworks and workforce placement.
Utilize a variety of teaching techniques to assess student learning needs.
Integrate real-life situations into learning experiences to encourage critical thinking, interdisciplinary skills, active learning, and teamwork.
Use technology appropriately to design and support relevant learning activities.
Consider individual differences of students to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
Collaborate with colleagues, chairs, deans, and the provost/vice-president of academic affairs to improve measurable learning outcomes.
Appropriately measure and assess end-of-course learning outcomes and applicable standards.
Design and align assessments with learning objectives.
Regularly assess student performance and provide timely constructive feedback.
Evaluate teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them.
Hold at least 30 minutes of online office hours per class.
Facilitate all assigned courses in the online learning environment in a timely and consistent manner.
Maintain virtual office hours and be available for student support during designated times.
Complete all required training, including Title IX.
Attend meetings called by the Department Chairperson/Program Director/Director.
Participate in mandatory professional development activities.
Assist in submitting assessment plans for their respective discipline and/or program.
Participate in department, discipline-specific, and college activities and serve on committees.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in the development and implementation of retention and persistence plans.
Participate in assessment and compliance practices such as Quality Enhancement Plan, General Education, SACSCOC IE assessment, and/or other accreditation processes.
May participate in community advisory councils on behalf of the college’s interests.
Teach online courses in the designated discipline.
Direct library research or other outside assignments.
Encourage students to utilize campus resources such as the Library, Tutoring Center, Counseling Center, and other support services.
Communicate required course materials to Library and Writing Center staff.
Provide a safe learning environment for students.
Follow established procedures for requesting instructional supplies and submitting absence reports promptly.