Faculty, College Readiness GED​/High School Equivalency; HSE

Faculty, College Readiness GED/High School Equivalency (HSE)

Provide engaging, innovative college-readiness instruction aligned with the GED® (General Education Development) test to help prepare students for the GED in Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all. Instruction may be delivered in person at designated ACC regions—Central, North, and South campuses—and online, as assigned.

Faculty must meet all professional standards in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Austin Community College's High School Equivalency (HSE/GED®) program provides academic classes designed to prepare adult learners to pass their GED exams and earn a state-recognized credential. The program covers core test subjects—Math, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies—while integrating direct pathways to higher education and workforce training. Instructors focus on building academic confidence and practical skills, equipping students with the tools needed for long-term career advancement and post-secondary success.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach GED-aligned Math and/or Language Arts courses for a multicultural student population, aligned with approved learning outcomes.
• Design, review, and refine comprehensive HSE/GED curricula including goal-setting, collaborating with and supporting and mentoring colleagues in effective implementation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of current practices and make data-driven adjustments to foster student success.
• Guide and support students through the  experience. Support GED Ready and other GED related events as needed.
• Apply best practices in classroom and online management to promote accessibility, engagement, and retention.
• Participate actively in departmental responsibilities and governance, including curriculum review/revision, program review, and course/program-level learning outcome assessments.
• Provide accessible and individualized academic support, including one-on-one assistance.
• In collaboration with SCR teams, assist with assessment and enrollment of HSE/GED students, providing placement, enrollment, application, proficiency/progress testing, and related support.
• Maintain attendance, grading, and blackboard in a timely manner.
• Serve as a mentor to new faculty in the HSE/GED program.
• Collaborate with program leaders, faculty, and coordinators to support student achievement
• Maintain a positive, and culturally responsive classroom environment
• 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 chancellor, vice chancellor, or executive vice chancellor.

Technology

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, video creation, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard Ultra 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.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Attend and participate in college-wide, 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…