<p>Application Pool Notice</p> <p>Laredo College continuously accepts applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors to create a pool of candidates for each session/semester. Applications will be reviewed and positions will be filled based on department needs. Applications received for this pool will remain active for one year.</p> <p>Position Requirements</p> <p>Upon employment, candidate must reside in the state of Texas.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</p> <p>The Leadership Adjunct Instructor will be responsible for providing high-quality instruction and ensuring effective teaching and learning in leadership development. This role involves developing and adapting course curricula to align with industry standards, preparing comprehensive lesson plans and course materials, and maintaining accurate records, including attendance and grading. The instructor must create an engaging learning environment, fostering student participation and motivation through interactive teaching methods and real-world applications.</p> <p>Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Develop course/program curriculum to address the particular area of instruction. </li><li>Prepare lesson plans, course syllabi, and Course Verification Forms. </li><li>Keep accurate attendance records. </li><li>Submit required paperwork on time. </li><li>Participate in in-service training activities offered by the department. </li><li>Work a flexible schedule as determined by instructional activities. </li><li>Coordinate instructional activities with other faculty/staff in order to plan and promote the most effective instructional programs possible. </li><li>Performs other related duties assigned by the Director, Dean, Associate Provost/Strategic & Collaborative Partnerships, Provost/Vice-President of Academic Affairs, or President. </li></ul> <p>NOTICE: Required Documents</p> <p>To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your high school diploma or unofficial transcript or GED certificate. If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. If a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.</p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li>Associate Degree </li><li>Three years of experience in the area of Leadership Development or in a position of Leadership </li><li>Texas Drivers License </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's in Business Administration, Management, Organizational Leadership or a related field </li><li>Three years of experience in the area of Leadership Development or in a position of Leadership </li><li>Stay updated on current leadership theories and practices, integrating real-world case studies into the curriculum. </li><li>Must be ethical when evaluating student outcomes. </li><li>Must be computer literate - word processing, spreadsheets and Internet. </li><li>Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with the program staff and participants. </li><li>Must be knowledgeable, mature, and concerned with the academic progress of participants. </li><li>Bilingual preferred </li><li>Must demonstrate ability to inspire and maintain enthusiasm and student engagement. </li><li>Must be a self-starter and positive role model. </li><li>Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form. </li><li>Ability to instruct and maintain emotional control under stress. </li></ul> <p>Supervision Exercised</p> <p>N/A</p> <p>Supervision Received</p> <p>Director of Continuing Education & Workforce Development Coordinator</p> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.</p> <p>The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.</p> <p>The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.</p> <p>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>Work is performed in a standard office environment.</p> <p>Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time.</p> <p>The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.</p> <p>Safety</p> <p>Required to work safely and follow safety rules.</p> <p>Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.</p> <p>Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.</p> <p>Special Conditions</p> <p>Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.</p> <p>May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.</p> <p>May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.</p> <p>EEO Statement</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Foreign Degrees</p> <p>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. http://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Out-of-state_Certification/Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services/ http://www.naces.org/members.htm</p> <p>Disclaimer</p> <p>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.</p>