Adjunct Faculty, Education Instruction (Dual Credit)

Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment.

About the Role

Responsible to prepare and deliver Education Instruction 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. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures. Position may be for courses during the day and/or evening/weekend, and/or dual credit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Education Instruction 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.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.
• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• 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.
• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.

Technology Requirements

• 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.)

Qualifications

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements.

• Master’s degree in Education or Educational Administration; or
• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in these disciplines; or
• Master’s degree in Special Education, Cross-Cultural Education; or
• Master’s degree in Education or Educational Administration with a minimum of 9 graduate hours in diversity issues, language learning, multiculturalism, special populations, and/or special education.

Working Conditions

• Work is routinely performed in an office/classroom environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• 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.

Job Posting Close Date: May 31, 2027