Professor, Education - Learning Frameworks

Professor, Education - Learning Frameworks - Central Campus

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Faculty members are expected to be effective teachers, to maintain current knowledge in their fields, and to have pedagogic skills that are appropriate for our students. Faculty members are also expected to continue development of their knowledge and skills, to contribute to the community of scholars, and to represent the College in the community. All employees of San Jacinto College are expected to demonstrate the values of the institution.

Additionally, Faculty Members Are Expected To

• Serve as an academic leader and mentor
• Design and deliver engaging, rigorous coursework that fosters critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and practical application of knowledge
• Create an abstract learning environment
• Assess student performance with fairness and clarity
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet all learning needs
  
  

Beyond Classroom Instruction, Faculty Members Must

• Contribute to curriculum development
• Uphold academic standards
• Inspire students to achieve their full potential as scholars and professionals
  
  

Teaching

Responsibilities:

• Keeps up with developments in the field of study.
• Demonstrates high academic and professional standards.
• Facilitates engaging, student-centered learning experiences that promote critical thinking and academic growth.
• Employs innovative teaching strategies to foster active learning and student participation.
• Creates a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages inquiry and collaboration.
• Evaluates student work constructively and provides timely, substantive, and actionable feedback through the Learning Management System (LMS) and other approved means.
• Teaches at times and locations that meet student needs.
• Provides access to students through posted conference hours, electronic communications, and other appropriate methods and responds to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning materials.
• Develops and uses a syllabus and course information materials for each course, laboratory, or clinical setting within state, college, and departmental guideline.
• Designs and/or maintains course shells on LMS that meet the standards for accessibility, quality assurance, and regular and substantive interaction (RSI).
  
  

Professional Development

• Maintains high standards of competence in the discipline(s) and teaching methodologies through ongoing professional development activities.
• Plans, develops, and uses effective teaching methods and materials that support students in meeting course objectives, accommodate varied learning styles, and promote active engagement.
• Reviews, evaluates, reflects, and revises program curricula and teaching methods through a continuous process of improvement and self-reflection.
• Meets or exceeds professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and higher education expectations relevant to instruction in the discipline and online learning.
  
  

Service

• Actively participates in college meetings and/or committees, task forces, and councils.
• Participates in college-related activities such as registration, community education, recruitment of students, student retention, and faculty selection.
• Participates in college activities for students/student organizations to aid in retention.
• Participates in community and professional activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission and values of the college.
• Participates in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.
  
  

Additional Job Functions

• Curriculum development for education courses
• Participating in committee assignments, professional development.
• Recruiting and retention of students.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities relative to teaching area
• Ability to demonstrate College values
  
  

Required Education

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field. (If doctoral degree is not in Education)
  
  

Preferred Education

• Doctoral Degree in Education or related field
  
  

Required Experience

• Three years of teaching experience
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Teaching undergraduate and/or dual credit courses
  
  

Note: Faculty are assigned to teach courses using various delivery methods based on the teaching area and the needs of students and the College, which may require a physical presence at the assigned on-site work location. All faculty are expected to fulfill the College’s on-campus expectations.

Salary Grade: MAST

Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

Requisition Number: req6669

Posting Close Date: 11/23/2026 at 6 pm CST