Houston City College · 1 day ago
Instructor, Engineering - Full time Faculty Assignment
Houston, Texas, Alief Campus
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expHouston Community College (HCC) is seeking an Instructor Engineering who will advance the institution’s proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service. The role involves teaching, academic advising, professional development, and contributing to institutional and community service activities.
EducationHigher EducationTraining
Responsibilities
Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline
Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair
Plan, develop, and use a variety of innovative teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives/learning outcomes and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles
Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives/learning outcomes and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner
Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines
Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials
Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional and program/discipline needs including, but not limited to, dual credit sections at partner school districts
Teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities
Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories
Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies
Should submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues
Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc
Work with Chair/Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines)
Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair
Keep pace with developments in the discipline
Learn and apply innovative technologies that support student learning and
Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college
Works collaboratively with HCC engineering technology programs
Assist in bringing ABET accreditation to HCC and to help insure quality in course offerings consistent with ABET standards
Work collaboratively with the West Houston Center Director in the coordination of conferences, meetings, workshops, and outreach activities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises, graduation
Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities
Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees
Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS
Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs
Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS
Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards
Participate in the HCCS planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities
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
Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree with 18 completed hours in Engineering required
Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application
1 year college-level teaching experience preferred
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
Possess good organizational and planning skills
Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic 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
Preferred
1 year college-level teaching experience preferred
Company
Houston City College
Houston City College is one of the largest institutions of higher education in the country with more than 70,000 students each semester, including more international students (nearly 8%) than any community college in the country.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.25MKey Investors
Federal Aviation AdministrationTexas Workforce CommisionUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2024-03-05Grant· $0.4M
2022-07-07Grant· $0.1M
2021-04-06Grant· $0.75M
Leadership Team
Marshall Bard Heins
Senior Vice Chancellor - CFO and Chief Business Officer
Art. Tyler
COO
Recent News
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