Adjunct Faculty, Engineering

Austin Community College District; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement plans

Short- and long-term disability benefits

Job summary

Austin Community College District is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Engineering courses. The role requires a Master's degree in Engineering and a commitment to equity in student education.

The successful candidate will prepare and deliver coursework, provide mentoring, and evaluate student progress while maintaining regular office hours. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent educational background.
• Ability to teach a diverse population of students.
• Commitment to student success and equity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach Engineering courses using various instructional strategies.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students.

Skills

Instructional strategies

Professional development

Mentoring

Computer applications proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in Engineering

Job description

Title

Adjunct Faculty, Engineering – Austin Community College

Summary

Prepare and deliver engineering coursework in engaging, innovative, and culturally responsive ways that reflect a commitment to student success and equity.

Principal Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in Engineering to a multicultural student population based on department‑approved learning outcomes, using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to community‑college students.
• 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 that does not discriminate based on protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by department chair, dean, or higher administration.
• Demonstrate proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and a learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties.

Professional Standards

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve retention and success.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and meet professional teaching standards for a community college.
• Use the college’s learning management system appropriately.

Educational Requirements

Master's degree in Engineering; or Master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Engineering.

Application Requirements

• Upload unofficial copy of transcripts, CV/Resume, and a cover letter explaining interest in the position.
• Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to [e-mail].
• If electronic transcripts are unavailable, mail hard copies to the HR address: ACC Human Resources, Attn: Prisca M. Baker, 6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224 Austin, TX 78752. Photocopies of transcripts or ones stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.
• Complete application by the closing date (August 31, 2026).

Work Conditions

Work is routinely performed in an office/classroom environment. Tasks include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting up to 10 pounds. Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D for eligible employees.
• Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan required by federal law.
• Full‑time employees are eligible for benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment.

Number of Openings

5

Closing Date

August 31, 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

Austin Community College (“ACC” or “College”) is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission. ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.