Associate Counselor Jobs in Laredo, TX (NOW HIRING)

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Location : Laredo College, Laredo, TX 78040
Job Type: Part-Time (19 hours or less per week)
Job Number: 00498
Division: Workforce Education
Department: Transportation Technology - Diesel
Opening Date: 01/17/2024
Pay Grade: Adjunct Faculty - Semester Hour Equivalent
SHE Amount: $850 per Semester Hour Equivalent
Duties and Responsibilities
Application Pool Notice
Laredo College continuously accepts applications for part-time (adjunct) instructors to create a pool of candidates for each session/semester. Applications will be reviewed and positions will be filled based on department needs. Applications received for this pool will remain active for one year.
Position Requirements
Upon employment, candidate must reside in the state of Texas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide instruction and monitor teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair, and/or Dean of Workforce Education, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs and in which the instructor has appropriate qualifications. Use up-to-date discipline and pedagogical skills to ensure active participation and learning by students
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

1. Stay current of changes that occur in discipline. Participate in departmental initiatives to infuse changes into curriculum. Participate in interdisciplinary discussions which are directed at improving student learning and evaluating core competencies curriculum.
2. Prepare for first day of class, distribute syllabi which informs students about course and grading requirements, absence policy, and other pertinent information for each course assigned.
3. Prepare, administer, and grade assignments and examinations in a timely manner to inform students about their progress and to provide opportunities which will allow students to succeed.
4. Maintain ASE Diesel certifications in areas to be taught.
5. Use Canvas as the LMS and Gradebook.
6. Provide a safe environment for students and be responsible for the security of assigned equipment, materials, and classrooms.
7. Encourage use of support services by students. Collaborate with support services staff to ensure that appropriate information is being shared and discussed.
8. Teach day, evening, and Duals as required. Meet all assigned classes on time in the assigned rooms or lab and be available to students 15 minutes before and after class.
9. Respond to requests for information from the Dean or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.
10. Follow procedures related to the Registration Office, including grade reports and deadlines; attendance record reports; withdrawal deadlines; class changes; and time and room scheduling.
11. Counsel students and notify student counselors of frequent absences, failures, or required make-up work.
12. Substitute for colleagues when necessary.
13. Promote the College's Programs and curricula.
14. Follow the academic calendar and other policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees.
15. Perform other duties assigned by the Department Chair and/or Dean of Workforce Education, or Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/Skills
NOTICE: Required Documents
To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). If recommended for this position an official transcript(s) will be required. In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate.
Required:

• Candidate must have High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years' work experience in the teaching field.
• Must be able to acquire ASE Diesel Certification within 1 year after employment.

Preferred:

• ASE Diesel Certification with a major in the teaching field.
• ASE Master Diesel Certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Should have an excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Should be able to work with various types of audio/visual equipment and software.
• Should have a good working knowledge of maintaining student records and dealing with sensitive information.

Additional Information
Supervision Received
Department Chair, Dean of Workforce Education, and/or Associate Provost.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
Work inside a well-lighted and air-conditioned area most of the time.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Safety
Required to work safely and follow safety rules.
Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.
Special Conditions
Immediate supervisor may assign other duties.
May be required to work outside regular working hours, as needed.
May be required to work at a different college work site or campus as needed.
EEO Statement
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Laredo College is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, or national origin who are otherwise eligible for admission as students. Furthermore, Laredo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and no applicant or employee will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability or national origin. This institution will not enter knowingly into any contractual agreement for services or supplies with any firm failing to follow fair employment practices.
Foreign Degrees
Foreign degrees require an evaluation for United States equivalency from an approved stated education agency or having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to your online application at the time of applying. For your convenience, we have provided the following links to assist you in complying with this requirement. However, you may use any other certified transcript evaluation service. http://tea.texas.gov/Texas_Educators/Certification/Out-of-state_Certification/Foreign_Credential_Evaluation_Services/ http://www.naces.org/members.htm
Disclaimer
The above 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. LC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by LC as its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Laredo College offers a comprehensive benefit package.
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Laredo College requires a background check for all positions which means a Criminal Background Check andreferences are required. Are you willing to have such checks conducted in order to be considered for employment?

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Do you have the required education as stated in the job description?

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Do you have the required experience as per the job description?

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Do you meet the qualifications as stated in the job description?

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