Part-time Instructor, Geographic Information Systems

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service.

The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours per week each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college.

Teaching

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.

Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.

Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Academic Advising

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.;

Provide information and assistance to individuals who maintain a web site related to assigned program.

Work with Chair/Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department.

Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college.

Institutional and Community Service

Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises, graduation.

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.

EDUCATION

Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application.

3 years directly‑related work experience in Geographic Information Science and Global Positioning Systems required.

Experience in curriculum and grant writing and laboratory exercises in GIS preferred.

Prefer working knowledge of two (2) GIS software packages, including Arc View.

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.

Possess good organizational and planning skills.

Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio‑economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single‑accredited, open‑admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

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Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

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