Visiting Instructor

Lamar University, United States

Updated: 21 days ago
Location: Beaumont, TEXAS
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number 202288
Classification Title
Position Title Visiting Instructor
FTE 1
FLSA
Salary Commensurate
Job Summary/Basic Function
­­­­­About This Role:
The Department of History at Lamar University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Instructor to begin in the Fall 2024 semester and ending in the Spring 2025 semester. The history faculty welcomes scholars in any field that compliments the department needs. The responsibilities include surveys in US and World History with possibility of an upper-level course in the applicant’s field. Scholarly research publications a plus.
Apply online at jobs.lamar.edu with a CV, letter of interest, teaching philosophy, and submit three letters of recommendation to [email protected].
What You’ll Do:

  • Implement effective teaching strategies.


Key Competencies:

  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. 
 
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. 
Benefits:

  • Health, dental & vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • State of Texas Retirement plans
  • Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent.
  • Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
  • MA in History
Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Certification Required
Key Competencies
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.
Work Hours
Job Conditions
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions


Posting Detail Information


Open Date 01/22/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/13738

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