Job TitleDuties and ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities Full-time faculty are essential in carrying out the college's mission, vision, core values, and institutional goals. Under the direction of the respective Department Chairperson/Program Director/Director, faculty ensure the quality and integrity of the academic programs and maintain oversight of the curriculum and instruction. The essential duties include providing a high-quality learning environment, delivering effective instruction, assessing student learning, promoting continual improvement in teaching and learning, encouraging student engagement, providing advisement, and pursuing professional development. Faculty must participate in department, discipline-specific, college, community service activities, and shared governance. Faculty must adhere to all LC policies, procedures, and guidelines, including DH (LOCAL) Employee Standards of Conduct. Faculty are expected to adhere to the terms of their contractual agreement. Physical Presence on Campus The position requires office hours and physical presence on campus. Employee must reside in the Laredo area or be able to commute to campus daily.Characteristic Duties and ResponsibilitiesCourse Organization and ManagementEffective Delivery of Curriculum and InstructionAssess Student Learning and Pedagogical Methods that Drive Continuous ImprovementFaculty Non-teaching ResponsibilitiesProfessional DevelopmentFaculty Departmental ResponsibilitiesCollege-wide ParticipationAdditional Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Specific to the PositionTeach courses in the designated discipline across multiple modalities: face-to-face, online, hybrid, and dual enrollment.Instructors may be required to teach at Fort McIntosh, South, and high school campuses. Depending on departmental and student needs, instruction may be scheduled during daytime, evening, or weekend hours.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 to support student access and success when needed.Sponsor or assist in sponsoring student clubs and organizations; actively participate in student-centered events and activities.Provide a safe learning environment for students and be responsible for securing assigned equipment, materials, and classrooms.Substitute for colleagues as needed and serve as a peer mentor when requested.Follow established procedures for requesting instructional supplies, arranging travel, and submitting absence reports promptly.Teach related laboratory courses and develop corresponding materials and activities.Maintain lab safety standards and attend required safety trainings when offered.Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/SkillsRequired Documents To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required.
In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.Required:Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, or a closely related field.A minimum of three years of relevant applied, industry, or workforce experience.Preferred:Master's degree in Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologyor Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology.Graduate coursework hours must be aligned with the course learning outcomes that the instructor will be teaching.A minimum of five years of relevant applied, industry, or workforce experience and some teaching experience.Relevant industry certifications such as AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, OSHA, or discipline-specific credentials.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesTo excel in their role, the individual must possess a combination of skills, knowledge, and abilities.Clear and effective communication is essential for conveying complex ideas to students.Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the needs of varied learners and changing circumstances, such as different class sizes or student backgrounds.Encourage and foster critical thinking skills in students by challenging them to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information.Build rapport with students, foster a positive learning environment, and provide support and guidance when needed.Manage course materials, assignments, and assessments efficiently to ensure the smooth running of the course and fair evaluation of students.Be able to address challenges and solve problems that arise in the classroom or with individual students effectively.Be proficient in using technology tools and platforms for teaching, communication, and assessment, especially given the increasing integration of technology in the classroom.Understand and adhere to ethical standards in teaching and interactions with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.Must balance teaching responsibilities with other academic duties, professional development training, committee work, and advising, which requires strong time management skills.Additional InformationSupervision Exercised Students in the classroom, lab, and/or clinical sites. Supervision Received Department Chairperson, Dean of Arts and Sciences, Provost/Vice-President of Academic Affairs, and President. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment Work is performed in a standard office environment. Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Safety Required to work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices. Special Conditions Immediate supervisor may assign other duties. May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed. May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed. EEO Statement In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices. Foreign Degrees Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA.
This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service. Disclaimer The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.