Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

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Adjunct Faculty, Sociology

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.

• 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 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.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice president, vice president, executive vice president.

• 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.

• 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.).

• 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.

Master's degree in Sociology (SACSCOC requirements).

• 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.
• Demonstrated use of culturally relevant pedagogical approaches.

Application must be submitted by the closing date May 31, 2027.

Work is routinely performed in an office/classroom environment. Duties include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions.

4 positions.

Austin Community 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, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

This includes the prohibition of harassment and discrimination against employees, applicants, and students.