Adjunct Faculty, Japanese

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 50,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Japanese to prepare and teach language courses. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress and creating an inclusive classroom environment. The successful candidate will possess proficiency in Japanese and educational standards in line with SACSCOC. This position is essential to sustain the Japanese program during a professor's sabbatical. Additional requirements include familiarity with online teaching tools and a commitment to student success.

Qualifications

Demonstrated proficiency in Japanese language and culture.
Experience in teaching at the community college level.
Knowledge of diverse instructional strategies.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach Japanese language courses.
Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
Assist students through mentoring services.

Skills

Proficiency in Japanese language

Experience with learning management systems

Ability to utilize digital resources

Communication skills

Education

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards

Tools

Blackboard

Zoom

Google Meet

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Japanese

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Japanese

Job Description Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver Japanese language and culture coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline‑appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success, create an environment that promotes belonging for all, and demonstrate knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures. This adjunct position has been created to sustain our Japanese program while the regular Japanese professor is on sabbatical during the fall of 2023 and spring of 2024.

About the Department

ACC's World Languages Department (WOLA) is a high‑performing program that has earned an "Exemplary" assessment rating for six consecutive years. We offer a comprehensive Japanese program featuring a four‑semester sequence (I‑IV), an AA degree, and a signature summer study abroad program in Japan. Our curriculum is strictly aligned with the ACTFL World-Readiness Standards, prioritizing global competence and communicative proficiency.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare and teach courses in the field of Japanese to a varied student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to community college students and the discipline's 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 protected categories.
Remain current in the field through continuous professional development activities.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, or associate vice president.

Technology

Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing learning management systems such as Blackboard to develop and deliver instructional content, and highly proficient in using video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Google Meet) and digital resources across face‑to‑face, hybrid, and distance education modalities.

Principal 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 professional standards for teaching in a community college.
Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.

Required Education