{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7b4478fd303d4f65f3ed96c0","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7b4478fd303d4f65f3ed96c0","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7b4478fd303d4f65f3ed96c0","title":"Innovative Computer Science & Programming Instructor","description":"Job Title: Faculty, Computer Science and Programming\n\nLocation: LSC-Westway Park Technology\n\nRegular/Temporary: Regular\n\nFull/Part Time: Full-Time\n\nJob ID: 44857\n\nCommitment to Mission\n\nThis 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, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.\n\nCultural Beliefs\n\nOne LSC\nStudent Focused\nOwn It\nFoster Belonging\nCultivate Community\nChoose Learning\n\nThe 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.\n\nLone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.\n\nQualities of Excellence\n\nAs 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.\n\nLone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:\n\nStudent Invested\nContent Expert\nPedagogically Excellent\nInstitutionally Dedicated\n\nCampus Marketing Statement\n\nLone Star College-Westway Park Technology Center\n\nLone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.\n\nLSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.\n\nLSC-Westway Park Technology Center, a satellite center of LSC-CyFair, is located between Clay and Tanner roads off the Sam Houston Tollway. This center will focus on LSC-CyFair's Visual Communication and Information Technology workforce training programs with certificates and degrees in areas such as Cisco and Microsoft Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Graphic and Web Design, and 3D animation.\n\nLocation address is 5060 Westway Park Boulevard, Houston, TX 77041.\n\nJob Description\n\nPURPOSE AND SCOPE:\n\nIt 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. The faculty member's role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation, professional development, and institutional service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.\n\nEssential Job Functions\n\nTeaches courses in Computer Information Technology Programming at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs\nMakes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods\nDevelops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college and departmental guidelines\nPlans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles\nEvaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course\nSubmits required college reports and forms\nReviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials\nMaintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community\nProvides access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods\nResponsible for professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean\nResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned\n\nKnowledge, Skills, And Abilities\n\nMastery of course content\nDemonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation\nExcellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills\nAbility to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people\nCommitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning\nDemonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology\nAbility to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning\n\nPhysical Abilities\n\nThe work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.\n\nWork Schedule And Conditions\n\nEquipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry\nInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position\nWork is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards\nHours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, computer-based information systems or business/ computer related field (e.g., computer management, decision engineering, or electrical engineering), and 3 years nonteaching work experience in the field or industry certification(s)\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nMaster's degree in IT related field\n\nSalary\n\nCommensurate With Education, Experience And Qualifications.\n\nYour salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.\n\nYour Resume Should Provide a Complete Picture Of Your Work Experience. The Resume Should Include The Following Information For Each Position Listed\n\nLength of time (specific months and years) of employment\nIf the position was full time or part time\nIf the position was paid or unpaid\nLevel of degree completed including date earned.\nUnofficial transcript for highest earned degree\n\nAdditionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.\n\nBenefits Marketing Statement\n\nBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more.\n\nSpecial Instructions\n\nGo to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.\n\nIf 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.\n\nYou must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY\n\nWe will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.\n\nPostings 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).\n\nIf selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.\n\nLone 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.\n\nMore information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.\n\nLone Star College is an EEO Employer. 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A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.\n\nCultural Beliefs\n\nOne LSC\nStudent Focused\nOwn It\nFoster Belonging\nCultivate Community\nChoose Learning\n\nThe 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.\n\nLone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.\n\nQualities of Excellence\n\nAs 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.\n\nLone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:\n\nStudent Invested\nContent Expert\nPedagogically Excellent\nInstitutionally Dedicated\n\nCampus Marketing Statement\n\nLone Star College-Westway Park Technology Center\n\nLone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.\n\nLSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.\n\nLSC-Westway Park Technology Center, a satellite center of LSC-CyFair, is located between Clay and Tanner roads off the Sam Houston Tollway. This center will focus on LSC-CyFair's Visual Communication and Information Technology workforce training programs with certificates and degrees in areas such as Cisco and Microsoft Networking, Cyber Security, Computer Forensics, Graphic and Web Design, and 3D animation.\n\nLocation address is 5060 Westway Park Boulevard, Houston, TX 77041.\n\nJob Description\n\nPURPOSE AND SCOPE:\n\nIt 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. The faculty member's role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation, professional development, and institutional service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.\n\nEssential Job Functions\n\nTeaches courses in Computer Information Technology Programming at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs\nMakes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods\nDevelops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college and departmental guidelines\nPlans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles\nEvaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course\nSubmits required college reports and forms\nReviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials\nMaintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community\nProvides access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods\nResponsible for professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean\nResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned\n\nKnowledge, Skills, And Abilities\n\nMastery of course content\nDemonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation\nExcellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills\nAbility to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people\nCommitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning\nDemonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology\nAbility to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning\n\nPhysical Abilities\n\nThe work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.\n\nWork Schedule And Conditions\n\nEquipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry\nInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position\nWork is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards\nHours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, computer information technology, computer engineering, computer-based information systems or business/ computer related field (e.g., computer management, decision engineering, or electrical engineering), and 3 years nonteaching work experience in the field or industry certification(s)\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nMaster's degree in IT related field\n\nSalary\n\nCommensurate With Education, Experience And Qualifications.\n\nYour salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.\n\nYour Resume Should Provide a Complete Picture Of Your Work Experience. The Resume Should Include The Following Information For Each Position Listed\n\nLength of time (specific months and years) of employment\nIf the position was full time or part time\nIf the position was paid or unpaid\nLevel of degree completed including date earned.\nUnofficial transcript for highest earned degree\n\nAdditionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.\n\nBenefits Marketing Statement\n\nBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more.\n\nSpecial Instructions\n\nGo to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.\n\nIf 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.\n\nYou must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY\n\nWe will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.\n\nPostings 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).\n\nIf selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.\n\nLone 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.\n\nMore information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.\n\nLone Star College is an EEO Employer. 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