Construction Material Testing Jobs in Laredo, TX

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 for specific courses in Construction Management. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Provide classroom instruction in specific area of Construction Management.

Instructors would be required to teach face-to-face, online, dual enrollment, or hybrid courses. Prepare and, on the first day of class, distribute departmental syllabus which informs students in writing about course requirements as to absences, tardiness, testing, assignments, quizzes, and examinations. Inform students of their progress by promptly returning assignments, quizzes, and examinations.

Compile, administer, and grade instruments that evaluate student progress. Encourage the use of the Library, the Tutoring Center, the Counseling Center and other supportive services. Counsel students and notify student or counselors of frequent absences, failures, or necessary make-up work.

Meet all assigned face-to-face classes on time in the assigned classrooms and be available to students 15 minutes before class, except between classes when teaching back-to-back classes, and 15 minutes after class per day in the classroom, Adjunct office or the Tutoring Center. Be available virtually at a designated time that is communicated to students for a minimum of 30-minute block for each online course taught. Use Canvas as the LMS and grade book.

Follow procedures related to the Office of the Register, including grade reports and deadlines, attendance record reports, withdrawal deadlines, mid-semester progress reports, and the like. Follow the academic calendar and procedures as outlined in the Faculty Procedures Manual. Direct library research or other outside assignments.

Promote College programs and curricula. Update syllabi at least every two years or when necessary. Substitute for colleagues when necessary.

Cooperate in evaluation procedures by students, Engineering, Design, and Construction Management Technology Department Chair, Dean of Workforce Education, and the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs. Provide a safe environment for students and be responsible for the security of assigned equipment, materials, and classrooms. Perform other duties as assigned by the Engineering Design and Construction Management Technology Department Chair, Dean of Workforce Education, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs or President.

Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses/Skills NOTICE: Required Documents To be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume and unofficial transcript(s). In addition, if a license or certificate is required for this position, upload proof of your current license/certificate. Required: High School Diploma or GED Certificate of completion in Construction Management or related field.

Minimum 5 years field experience in the specific course content. Preferred: Associate Degree in Construction Management or related field. 10 years field experience in the specific course content.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Technical instructors will only teach courses specific to their occupational expertise in Construction Management. Applicant must be able to provide proof of experience in the specific area of expertise. Additional Information Supervision Exercised N/A Supervision Received Engineering, Design, and Construction Management Technology Department Chairperson, Dean of Workforce Education, Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs.

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.