Adjunct Faculty, Chemistry

Austin Community College • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Responsible to prepare and deliver Chemistry coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to success equity, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Requirements

• In accordance with Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements: Master’s degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry; or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in chemistry
• SACSCOC requirements may differ depending on the courses taught within the discipline.
• Application must be submitted by the closing date for this position.
• 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
• Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to [e-mail]. This email address must be entered as the recipient. Please do not select “Austin Community College” from a menu. It will not be received by ACC Human Resources. If you need assistance, please contact your university’s registrar’s office.
• If official electronic transcripts are not an option, a hardcopy can be mailed to the following address: ACC Human Resources Attn: E.M. Breedlove 6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224 Austin, TX 78752 Photocopies of transcripts or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.
• Pre-employment criminal background checks are required for all staff and faculty positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Chemistry 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.
• 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.)
• 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.

Benefits

• Full-time faculty and staff employees who work in full-time and/or part-time positions at the college are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.
• ACC does not participate in Social Security.
• ACC participates 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time