Adjunct Instructor – Kinesiology /Soccer - Kilgore College

Position Details:

The instructor is responsible for student learning in his/her discipline of expertise.  The instructor also assists the instructional leader and other administrative personnel in activities designed to enhance the effectiveness of the instructional process and to support the mission of the College.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching both 16-week Soccer Courses (KINE 1138 (Soccer I) and KINE 2138 (Soccer III))
• Develop appropriate course syllabi, and work with students as needed.
• Keep abreast of developments in the discipline and in instructional methodology.
• Support and participate in appropriate professional development programs and activities.
• Support and adhere to the academic policies and procedures of the college, the division, and the department.
• Interpret college policies for students in a positive manner.
• Develop, maintain, and follow syllabi for courses.
• Participate with appropriate administration in the development of guidelines for classroom management.
• Participate in advising, registration, and graduation as needed.
• Communicate with the appropriate chair and/or dean as to the need for instructional materials, equipment, and professional development.
• Maintain a harmonious and collegial relationship with other members of the faculty and staff.
• Maintain professional conduct and appearance.
• Administer student appraisals of courses in compliance with college policy.
• Attend necessary conferences and seminars to remain current in the field.
• Represent Kilgore College through involvement in college and community activities.
• Serve on various departmental, divisional, and/or college committees.
• Expectations for this position may include the following: teach in afternoons and/or evenings (non-peak times); and use instructional technology in the classroom.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• A mastery of soccer (previous playing or coaching experience)
• A commitment to excellence in teaching at the community college level
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work in a typical classroom/instructional lab environment and get along in a courteous and professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, staff and students
• Ability to handle high levels of stress

Salary Range & Fringe Benefits:

• Salary for adjunct faculty members is based upon level of education and range from $1,800 per 3-hour course for a master's degree to $2,000 per 3-hour course for a doctorate.  
• Worker’s compensation 
• Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. As a result, employees/retirees of the college are subject to the federal Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and possibly the Government Pension Offset (GPO) laws. For information on the WEP and the GPO, visit the Social Security Administration's website at http://www.ssa.gov/gp

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 6,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This 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. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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All positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully remote positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.

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