Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

Austin Community College; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Community College is seeking Adjunct Faculty for Sociology to prepare and deliver coursework in innovative and engaging ways. Faculty are expected to foster student success and be culturally responsive in their teaching methods.

Responsibilities include teaching courses across various modalities, evaluating student progress, and participating in departmental activities. Applicants must have a Master's degree in Sociology and be committed to promoting equity and inclusion within a community college setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Sociology is required, with no substitutions accepted.
• Commitment to teaching community college students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of culturally relevant pedagogical practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach sociology courses to diverse student populations.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
• Participate in departmental responsibilities and professional development activities.

Skills

Engaging teaching methods

Culturally responsive teaching

Assessment of student learning outcomes

Computer applications proficiency

Understanding of systems of inequality

Education

Master's degree in Sociology

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

Job Description Summary

Responsible for preparing and delivering Sociology coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success, culturally responsive teaching, and excellence in instruction. Faculty are expected to meet professional standards in accordance with Austin Community College policies and procedures.

The department offers courses in multiple instructional modalities, including on-campus, Dual Credit, and Early College High School programs throughout Central Texas. This recruitment specifically intends to build a pool of adjunct faculty to teach Dual Credit, Early College High School, and traditional on-campus sociology courses that meet weekdays during daytime hours. Assignments are primarily located on high school campuses and ACC campuses throughout the service area. Applicants should be available to teach in person during weekday daytime hours and be willing to travel to assigned high school or ACC campus locations.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach dual credit sociology courses in the Sociology and Social Work department 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.
• Participate actively in departmental responsibilities including assessment of student learning outcomes at the course level, participating in department meetings, and other departmental activities.
• 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 president, vice president, executive vice president.

Additional Duties

• Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework to dual credit students in area high schools in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to success equity, respect for diversity, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field.

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

• Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.
• Meet deadlines for syllabus posting, 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.

Required Education

• Master degree in Sociology (SACSCOC requirements).
• See Faculty Credentials for more information. No substitution for educational requirements.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace.
• Understanding of what it means to teach in a community college environment that serves underrepresented students.
• Understanding of systems of inequality and recognition of the role of community college faculty in promoting equity, equality, and inclusion.
• Demonstrate use of culturally relevant pedagogical approaches.

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

4

Job Posting Close Date

May 31, 2027