Adjunct, Astronomy Job at Alvin Community College, Alvin, TX

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  • Alvin Community College
  • Alvin, TX

Job Description

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Varies: Main campus/Online/ Alvin ISD/ Danbury ISD/ Pearland ISD High Schools/ UHCL-Pearland/ TDCJ

Job Type: Part-time (Adjunct) pay based on contact hours

Job Number: FY2425-058

Department: Academic Affairs/Instruction

Division: Arts & Sciences

Opening Date: 10/01/2024

Closing Date: 8/31/2025 11:59 PM Central

Job Summary

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. ACC will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

Requires the provision of official transcripts , licenses and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information ().

Alvin Community College (ACC) is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or veteran's status.
This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Essential Duties


Our faculty enjoy an atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect that promotes outstanding teaching and fosters active intellectual and creative engagement.
  • Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
  • Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral
  • Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
  • Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
  • Assist in the recruitment and retention of students
  • Advise students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
  • Assess students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner
  • Engage students face-to-face and through electronic communications
  • Utilize technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
  • Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
  • Build positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
  • Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
  • Provide recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations
  • Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
  • Adhere to Alvin Community College's policies and procedures
  • Attend institutional meetings as required
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications


  • Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Astronomy or Physics from a regionally accredited college / university

Preferences


  • Master's degree in Astronomy, Physics or related physical science from a regionally accredited college / university
  • At least one year of teaching experience at the college or university level.
  • Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet

01


I acknowledge I have uploaded a copy of ALL my transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.
  • Yes
  • No

02


I acknowledge my application, resume and/or supplemental documents all match and provide the same and consistent information; ensuring that beginning and end dates are in the MM/YYYY format.
  • Yes
  • No

03


Do you have experience with the use of Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as Blackboard or Pearson?
  • Yes
  • No

04


Do you have at least one year of teaching experience at the college or university level?
  • Yes
  • No

05


I acknowledge I have uploaded a copy of ALL my transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.
  • Yes
  • No

06


Do you have a Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Astronomy or Physics from a regionally accredited college/university?
  • Yes
  • No

07


Are you familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the internet and face-to-face?
  • Yes
  • No

08


Do you have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills?
  • Yes
  • No

09


What is your teaching availability? Please select all that apply.
  • ACC Main Campus
  • ACC Online
  • Dual credit courses at Alvin ISD campuses
  • Evening classes at Shadow Creek campus
  • Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) locations
  • University of Houston-Clear Lake (Pearland) campus
  • Dual credit courses at Danbury High School
  • Dual credit courses at Pearland ISD campuses
  • Day Classes
  • Evening Classes

Required Question Alvin Community College

Job Tags

Part time, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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