Adjunct Faculty, Dual Credit Sociology

Dallas College; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College seeks on-site faculty to teach assigned face-to-face classes and maintain student office hours for consultation. The role requires strong communication and the ability to work with diverse student populations, including bilingual preference.

Faculty duties include syllabus provisioning, instructional evaluation, record-keeping, and participation in college committees. A background check is required, and on-campus presence is expected for academic positions.

Qualifications

• For credit classes: Master’s degree or higher and 18 graduate hours in teaching discipline.
• For workforce education: combination of academic prep and 3 years related work experience.
• For developmental courses: Bachelor’s degree or higher with demonstrated teaching competency.
• Official transcripts required at time of interview.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in evaluation of instructional process and uses strategies to improve learning.
• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Participates in advising and registration of students.
• Uses technology to facilitate learning and data access, records, reports, and communication.
• Complies with Dallas College policies and applicable laws.

Skills

Communication skills

Diversity experience

Customer service

Bilingual preferred

Education

Master’s degree or higher in teaching discipline

Bachelor’s degree or higher in teaching discipline

Job description

Compensation Range

H02 Hourly Rate Varies by Program and Contract FLSA United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligibleto apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on jobresponsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, andDallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence,even when teaching online courses, in accordance with statelaw.

Position Type

Faculty

Position Summary

Teaches students effectively in assigned face-to-face classes and maintains office hours for student consultation.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interactwith students.
• Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diversepopulations through experiences such as formal training and pastwork experiences.
• The ability to provide quality customer service.

Physical Requirements

May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighingup to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• For credit classes transferable towards a higher degree:Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in theteaching discipline for credit courses.
• For workforce education degree or certificate courses: acombination of academic preparation and work experience, includingthree (3) years of direct or related work experience other thanteaching.
• For developmental courses: Bachelor’s degree or higher in thespecific teaching discipline and demonstrated competency (i.e.,teaching experience, honors, graduate course work or other relatedaccomplishments). Official transcripts will be required at time ofinterview.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Somepositions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides students with a written course syllabus.
• Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process anduses innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
• Participates in development and support of their discipline byrecommending books and materials, revising curricula, andrecommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and complete course records.
• Performs professional activities and assumes professionalresponsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean and workswith colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions.
• Values the collaborative process.
• Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles toincorporate delivery of learning styles in instruction.
• Participates in student advising and registration.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data,maintain records, generate reports, and communicate withothers.
• Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’scalendar and contractual obligations.
• Complies with Dallas College board policies, state and federalpolicy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
• Commits to college mission and goals through participating inplanning division objectives and budget requests.
• Serves on and attends college committees as assigned.
• Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required andattends other required college meetings and activities.
• Participates in his/her own performance appraisal.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons fromdiverse backgrounds.
• May work with student clubs and/or organizations.
• Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to supportand enhance effective interaction between Dallas College and otherorganizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty,staff and students.
• Promotes the college in the community by participating in avariety of marketing activities.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Developmenttraining hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County CommunityCollege District, has served more than three (3) million students.Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Wortharea, we are one of the largest community college systems in thestate of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community collegespace, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment ofopportunity and belonging for all students and employees. Werecognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talentthat stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are partof an equal opportunity system that provides education andemployment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of anyprotected attribute, including race, color, religion, nationalorigin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identityor gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basisprotected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law,Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicantsand employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as anymental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline

November 14, 2026