Interim Assistant Professor - History

Position summary:

This is a nine-month faculty position within the History, Government and Geography department for the 2026-2027 academic year. A full load consists of 15 contact hours, and 10 office hours. Faculty members teach and supervise all learning experiences and evaluate student performance in the classroom. It is expected that all instructors participate in committee work, professional development activities, student recruitment and retention activities, and record keeping. All full-time faculty are required to complete online course certification through the KC Faculty Innovation Center within their first year of employment.

Position responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and facilitate the instructional process relating History curriculum.
• Work closely with other faculty and advisory committees to ensure that course offerings and degree plans remain relevant to the community.
• 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); teach dual credit classes in high schools; develop and teach web classes; develop and teach hybrid or remote classes; and use instructional technology in the classroom.
• All full-time faculty are required to complete online course certification through the KC Faculty Innovation Center within their first year of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Requirements:

• A Master’s degree or higher with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Government.
• Preference may be given to applicants with related work experience and previous teaching experience.
• Have a demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse, multicultural student population.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, excellent computer skills, be well organized and thorough, be able to work well with little supervision, and a demonstrated commitment to the community college philosophy of education.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• 0 Full-Time Direct Reports    0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office and classroom environment.
• No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety:

Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary & Benefits: 

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optiona