Adjunct Faculty, Heating, Ventilation,

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for HVAC at Austin Community College. Candidates will prepare and deliver engaging coursework, evaluate student progress, and provide mentoring services. The role requires compliance with professional standards and the use of technologies like Blackboard.

Applicants must meet educational requirements as per SACSCOC standards and create an inclusive learning environment. The position includes 1 opening with application deadline on May 31, 2027.

Qualifications

• Educational qualifications must meet SACSCOC standards.
• Ability to use online resources and technologies.
• Deliver coursework in an engaging manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach HVAC courses to diverse students.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain office hours for student assistance.

Skills

Proficiency in online learning systems

Effective communication

Teaching strategies

Student mentoring

Education

Educational requirements as per SACSCOC standards

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning

Austin Community College is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to prepare and deliver HVAC coursework in an engaging and innovative manner. The position requires meeting professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning to a diverse 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 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 president, vice president, executive vice president.

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

• Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. See Faculty Credentials at www.austincc.edu/facstaff/faculty-credentials. No substitution for educational requirements.

Application Requirements

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

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.

Number of Openings: 1

Job Posting Close Date: May 31, 2027