Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Science & Technology

Austin Community College District; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ACC medical benefits after 60 days

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Austin Community College District is seeking Adjunct Faculty for Environmental Science & Technology courses. This role includes preparing and teaching engaging coursework, evaluating student progress, and supporting a diverse student population.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate commitment to student success through innovative teaching methods. Responsibilities also include mentoring students and ensuring a positive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Commitment to teaching with enthusiastic engagement.
• Ability to evaluate and provide feedback to students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in Environmental Science & Technology.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Provide mentoring and support to students.

Skills

Knowledge of Environmental Science

Dynamic instructional delivery methods

Ethics and integrity

Commitment to diverse student relationships

Education

Master’s degree in related fields

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Environmental Science & Technology

Job Description Summary: Responsible to prepare and deliver Environmental Science & Technology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline‑appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in Environmental Science & Technology to a multicultural student population based on approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to community college students and discipline standards.
• 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 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.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer applications, online resources, and learning management systems such as Blackboard.
• Appropriately use the college's learning management system and meet deadlines for attendance certification and final course grades.
• Participate in graduation, general assembly, and other official college functions; maintain regular office hours and attend collegewide, campus, department, and other 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 Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geological Sciences, Wildlife Science, Wildlife Ecology, Biology, Oceanography/Marine Science, Geography, Hydrology, Environmental or Water Resource Management, Engineering (Environmental, Agricultural or Civil), Agronomy, or Limnology; or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in the listed disciplines.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about teaching environmental science.
• Commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Dynamic, non‑traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying proficiency and attributes.
• Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

Number of Openings

12

Job Posting Close Date

August 31, 2026

Benefits

Full‑time faculty and staff employees are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D. ACC participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP). Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP).

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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, 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.