PT Adjunct Economics

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Campus - MIDLAND, TX 79705Position Type: Part TimeJob Summary:
Instruct courses as needed. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the instructor performs all other duties as directed by the Department Chair, Division Dean, Vice President of Instruction, the President or designee.

Essential Functions

Instruct students in assigned face-to-face (day and evening), hybrid, and online courses in accordance with the course syllabus and college policy
Teach select dual credit courses, which may include travel to local high school campuses
Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
Provide access to students through electronic communication, syllabus, and other appropriate methods
Actively participate in the administration and reporting of program assessment
Submit required college reports, forms, and timely grading
Stay current with trends and innovations in the field
Continually improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods, including no-cost texts and course materials
Plan and organize lectures, utilize research and reference materials
Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
Office and classroom setting
The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

Master's Degree in Economics, or a Master's degree plus 18 graduate semester hours in Economics
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills
Commitment to academic excellence and exceptional service
Must possess a valid Texas Driver License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Economics

Community college teaching experience
College/dual credit teaching experience
Knowledge and use of Canvas and other instructional technology
Knowledge and use of Open Educational Resources (OER)

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.