Job Details

Adjunct

Responsible for classroom instruction in the Project Management Certificate Program. Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives that are appropriate for students with differing education and work experiences and learning styles.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with the SCE requirements
• Maintain accurate records for each course taught.
• Prepare and review, and update course outlines on a regular basis.
• Recommend and assist with curriculum revisions as necessary.
• Student recruitment
• Attend instructor, departmental meetings and trainings as scheduled.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and others.

Qualifications to perform this job successfully include the following:

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Project Management Certificate (PMP) preferred.

Experience: 3 years of training and/or work experience required in the field of Project Management.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

1. A good knowledge, interest and experience of the subject(s) you are going to teach.
2. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language.
3. Able to continually learn as your subject(s) changes.
4. Provide opportunities for students to make judgments based on appropriate criteria-critical thinking.
5. Incorporate a variety on of teaching methodologies that will engage the student.
6. Able to effectively combine an array of methods to enhance understanding. Methods should include demonstrations, lectures, group discussions and activities
7. Strong preparation and planning skills.
8. Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when introducing new information.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

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 singularly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

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.