Adjunct Faculty, Student Development

Austin Community College District; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Retirement plans

Teacher Retirement System participation

Job summary

Austin Community College District is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Student Development courses in Austin, Texas. This role involves teaching dual-credit courses while fostering an inclusive educational environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a master’s degree in a related field and demonstrate commitment to student success through innovative teaching methods. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress and participating in departmental activities. Eligible for ACC medical benefits and participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field as per SACSCOC requirements.
• Experience in teaching at the college level.
• Deep understanding of psychological principles affecting learning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach dual‑credit Learning Framework courses.
• Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Participate in departmental responsibilities and activities.

Skills

Culturally relevant pedagogical approaches

Understanding of learning theories

Proficiency in online learning systems

Education

Master’s degree in Educational Psychology, Psychology, or Education

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Adjunct Faculty, Student Development

Job Description Summary

Responsible to prepare and deliver Student Development coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach dual‑credit Learning Framework (EDUC 1300) courses in the Student Development department to a multicultural student population, using 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 chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.

Technology Proficiency

• 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.).

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’s degree in Educational Psychology, Psychology, or Education, in accordance with Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements. No substitution for educational requirements.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Demonstrates a deep understanding of the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, factors that impact learning, and application of college-level learning strategies.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the differences between a study skills course and a learning framework course.
• Demonstrates use of culturally relevant pedagogical approaches.

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, and take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Benefits

• Eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.
• Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP‑Faculty and Administrators Only).
• Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.