Faculty, Art Appreciation - ECHS / Dual Credit Focus

Austin Community College District; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College District invites applications for a Faculty position in Art Appreciation with a focus on ECHS and Dual Credit. The role involves delivering course content in-person and via distance learning modalities to support Early College High School students and dual credit courses starting in August 2027.

As part of the Art Department at Highland Campus, the faculty member will contribute to student success, engage in curriculum development, and mentor students within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Art History or MFA in Studio Art required.
• Experience teaching in community college setting preferred.
• Commitment to student success and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach Art Appreciation courses to a multicultural student population.
• Participate in departmental governance, curriculum review, and program assessment.
• Provide timely feedback on student progress aligned with learning outcomes.
• Mentor students in Art History and Art Appreciation programs.
• Operate with accessibility and inclusion across modalities (face-to-face and online).
• Support committees and college-wide initiatives as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in Art History

MFA in Studio Art

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Art History

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Faculty, Art Appreciation - ECHS / Dual Credit Focus

Job Description Summary: Responsible for preparing and delivering Art Appreciation coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all. Instructs students in core curriculum courses of Art Appreciation. Teaching responsibilities will include face-to-face instruction and all distance learning modalities for Early College High School and Dual Credit designated courses only. This position starts in August 2027.

Job Description: Current Work of the Department

The Art department provides quality art education for students pursuing an Associate of Arts degree in Studio Art or Art History. Students prepare for academic transfer or train for entry-level positions in the visual arts. Located at Highland Campus in Central Austin, the Art program provides students with significant opportunities for creative and professional development. Students work in well-equipped, state-of-the-art studios with highly credentialed faculty with active exhibition records. As part of the School of Arts and Creative Industries, the Art department oversees exhibition programming for three on-campus art galleries. Students may exhibit their work and gain professional and technical training in exhibition practices. The Art department offers experiential learning opportunities including an Academic Cooperative capstone class. The ACC Art Department serves a vital role in the Central Texas Arts Community.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Art Appreciation to a multicultural 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 and departmental governance, including curriculum review and revision, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes at the course and program level, and other departmental activities.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Serve as a mentor to students in the Art History and Art Appreciation program.
• 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.
• Support division and department goals through active and collegial engagement in decision-making and unit-level planning.
• Serve on college-wide and departmental committees, councils, work groups, and task forces.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.
• Serve as the department's ECHS / Dual Credit Coordinator.
• 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 attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Participate in graduation, general assembly, and other official college functions.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Attend and participate in collegewide, campus, department, or other activities and 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

• In accordance with Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements: Master's degree in Art History or MFA in Studio Art Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Art History SACSCOC requirements may differ depending on the courses taught within the discipline.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
• A 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 levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities.
• Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter.
• Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning.
• Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies.
• A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace.
• Commitment to a culture of care for all.
• Commitment to the comprehensive mission of Austin Community College and to the principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and administration.
• Strength in communication media,