Adjunct Faculty, Computer Science & Information Technology-5

Job Description

Responsible for preparing and delivering Computer Science and Information Technology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field.

Mets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Computer Science and Information Technology to a multicultural student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of community college students and the standards of the discipline.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner which does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.

Technology

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Professional Standards

• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.
• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Participate in graduation, general assembly, and other official college functions.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Attend and participate in collegewide, campus, department, or other activities and meetings.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.

Required Education

• Master's degree in computer science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology, Computer-Based Information Systems.
• Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in these disciplines.

Required Work Experience

• Three years of work experience in the Computer Science and Information Technology field.

Application Requirements

• Upload the following documents to your application:
  • Unofficial/copy of transcripts
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Résumé
  • Cover letter - explaining interest in the position
• Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu. This email address must be entered as the recipient. Please do not select "Austin Community College" from a menu.
• If official electronic transcripts are not an option, a hard copy can be mailed to the following address:
  • Austin Community College
  • Attn: Prisca M. Baker
  • 6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224
  • Austin, TX 78752
• Photocopies of transcripts or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.

Working Conditions

• Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods of time.
• 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.

Number of Openings

• 20

Job Posting Close Date

• August 31, 2026

Clery Act

• The US Department of Education requires employees to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes.
• For direct access to the current Annual Security Report, visit www.austincc.edu/asr. You may obtain a hard copy by contacting the Clery Compliance Officer (CleryComplianceOfficer@austincc.edu).
• For an overview, see ACC's Clery Act website.

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 an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs.
• ACC 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 ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.