Job Details

Adjunct Faculty, Japanese

Austin Community College

Responsible to prepare and deliver Italian language and culture 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. This adjunct position has been created to sustain our Italian program while our Italian professor is on sabbatical during the fall of 2023 and spring of 2024.

About the Department

ACC's World Languages Department (WOLA) is a high-performing program that has earned an "Exemplary" assessment rating for six consecutive years. We offer a comprehensive Japanese program featuring a four-semester sequence (I-IV), an AA degree, and a signature summer study abroad program in Japan.

Our curriculum is strictly aligned with the ACTFL World-Readiness Standards, prioritizing global competence and communicative proficiency. Faculty at WOLA are award-winning educators who are active in departmental governance and dedicated to continuous professional development.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Japanese to a varied 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.

Technology

Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing learning management systems (LMS) such as Blackboard to develop and deliver instructional content. Candidates should be highly proficient in using video conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) and digital resources to facilitate engaging learning experiences across face-to-face, hybrid, and distance education modalities.

Required Education

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements.

Application Requirements

1. Upload the following documents to your application: Unofficial/copy of transcripts, Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume, Cover letter - explaining interest in the position

2. If selected for the position then please request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu.

Working Conditions

Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting.