Instructor Histologic Technology - Adjunct Pool

Houston Community College

36d

About The Position

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!
SUMMARY
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.
The incumbent will teach a maximum load of (See Faculty Workload Guidelines) contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher and currently certified as histologic technician (ASCP) required.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience as histologic technician/technologist
• Possess the ability to work in a diverse work environment
• Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
• Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse professional, community, and student population
• Possess good organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrate sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment
• Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to individuals with a variety of experience in the laboratory settings as well as supervisory experience.
• Preference will be given for teaching experience in hospital setting and/or educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.
• Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees