Austin Community College
Austin Community College is seeking a Faculty, English (Dual Credit) to prepare and deliver Composition and Literary Studies coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success.
Job Description Summary
Responsible to prepare and deliver Composition and Literary Studies coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success. Composition and Literary Studies offers on campus, on-line, and hybrid courses. In addition, this position primarily requires teaching dual credit courses to high school students in-person on high school campuses as well as teaching some coursework on ACC campuses or online or within the Integrated Reading and Writing co-requisite program. The position starts August 2026. Principal Responsibilities And Duties
Prepare and teach courses in the field of English 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. Participate actively in departmental responsibilities and departmental governance, including curriculum review and revision, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes at the course and program level, and other departmental activities. Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations. Serve as a mentor to students in the English program. 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. Support division and department goals through active and collegial engagement in decision-making and unit-level planning. Serve on collegewide and departmental committees, councils, work groups, and task forces. Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor. Required Education
Master’s degree in English, Literature, Rhetoric, Linguistics, or Creative Writing; or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in these disciplines. Preferred Experience
Experience working with both high school and college populations. Qualities of a Successful Candidate
Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment. A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities. Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter. Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning. Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies. A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace. Commitment to a culture of care for all. Commitment to the comprehensive mission of Austin Community College and to the principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership. Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and administration. Strength in communication media, both verbal and written, as well as listening. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to maintain an established schedule, including evenings and weekends, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information. Understanding of what it means to teach in a community college environment that serves often underprepared and underserved students. Working Conditions
Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods of time. Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices. Salary Range
$70,870 - $96,197 (Based on a 10.5-month contract to start Fall 2026) Number Of Openings
3 Job Posting Close Date
October 27, 2025
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Responsible to prepare and deliver Composition and Literary Studies coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success. Composition and Literary Studies offers on campus, on-line, and hybrid courses. In addition, this position primarily requires teaching dual credit courses to high school students in-person on high school campuses as well as teaching some coursework on ACC campuses or online or within the Integrated Reading and Writing co-requisite program. The position starts August 2026. Principal Responsibilities And Duties
Prepare and teach courses in the field of English 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. Participate actively in departmental responsibilities and departmental governance, including curriculum review and revision, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes at the course and program level, and other departmental activities. Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations. Serve as a mentor to students in the English program. 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. Support division and department goals through active and collegial engagement in decision-making and unit-level planning. Serve on collegewide and departmental committees, councils, work groups, and task forces. Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor. Required Education
Master’s degree in English, Literature, Rhetoric, Linguistics, or Creative Writing; or Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in these disciplines. Preferred Experience
Experience working with both high school and college populations. Qualities of a Successful Candidate
Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment. A commitment to establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with students, colleagues, and staff representing multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods to teach students of widely varying levels of proficiency and from various backgrounds and abilities. Appropriate and up-to-date knowledge of the discipline and subject matter. Experience using technology as an instructional aide where appropriate to enhance learning. Documented experience with active and applied teaching and learning methodologies. A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, including teaching practices that reflect an understanding of the multicultural classroom and the benefits of cultural awareness and sensitivity in the classroom and the workplace. Commitment to a culture of care for all. Commitment to the comprehensive mission of Austin Community College and to the principles and practices associated with Servant-Leadership. Ability to communicate effectively with students with a wide range of skills and backgrounds. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with varied populations from the local community as well as students, staff, faculty, and administration. Strength in communication media, both verbal and written, as well as listening. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to maintain an established schedule, including evenings and weekends, including possible multiple campus locations that may vary by semester. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality of student information. Understanding of what it means to teach in a community college environment that serves often underprepared and underserved students. Working Conditions
Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods of time. Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices. Salary Range
$70,870 - $96,197 (Based on a 10.5-month contract to start Fall 2026) Number Of Openings
3 Job Posting Close Date
October 27, 2025
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