Adjunct Faculty, Education Instruction (Dual Credit)

Austin Community College; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Austin Community College is looking for an Adjunct Faculty member for Education Instruction (Dual Credit) in Austin, Texas. The position requires preparing and delivering coursework, providing student support, and adhering to professional teaching standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree and a strong commitment to education in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities include evaluating student progress, mentoring, and maintaining regular office hours. This role is crucial to fostering student success and engagement in a community college setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or Educational Administration required.
• Experience with online teaching methodologies preferred.
• Commitment to diverse educational surroundings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver engaging coursework in Education Instruction.
• Evaluate student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain office hours to support student learning.

Skills

Culturally responsive teaching

Proficiency in online learning management systems

Strong communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Education or Educational Administration

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in relevant disciplines

Tools

Blackboard

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Education Instruction (Dual Credit)

Austin Community College, a public two‑year institution serving a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester, seeks an adjunct faculty member for Education Instruction (Dual Credit). This role involves preparing and delivering courses to a diverse student body, supporting student success, and maintaining professional teaching standards.

Job Description Summary

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.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• 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.

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.).

Principal Professional Standards

• 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.

Required Education

• 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.

Application Requirements

Application must be submitted by the closing date for this position.

1. Upload the following documents to your application:

• Unofficial or copy of transcripts
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume
• Cover letter explaining interest in the position

2. Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to [e-mail]. This email address must be entered as the recipient. It will not be received by ACC Human Resources if the institution selects a different recipient. If official electronic transcripts are not an option, a hardcopy can be mailed to the following address: ACC Human Resources, 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 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.

Closing Information

Number of Openings: 1
Job Posting Close Date: May 31, 2027