Adjunct Faculty, History

Job Title Adjunct Faculty, History Job Description Summary Responsible to prepare and deliver History 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 courses in the field of History 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. 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. 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 Master's degree with at least 18 graduate hours in History. Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements. Application Requirements Upload the following documents to your application: unofficial/copy of transcripts, updated curriculum vitae (C.V.) or résumé, cover letter explaining interest in the position. If selected for the position, request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to View email address on click.appcast.io. This email address must be entered as the recipient. Do not select "Austin Community College" from a menu. 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 Accredited medical, dental, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D. Accredited accumulator plans: ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP), Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and Optional Retirement Program (ORP). EEO Statement Austin Community College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit 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. We will take steps to ensure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr