Adjunct Faculty, Business Technology (Online course) AY 26/27

Dallas College • Mountain View, CA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Dallas College is hiring an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Business Technology courses online during academic year 2026–2027. Courses are delivered through the Dallas College learning management system and may be asynchronous or synchronous. Instructors must attend scheduled live class sessions and respond to students promptly. Academic faculty are required to be present on campus, including when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law. The role requires use of the learning management system for course content, assignments, grades, and student communication, along with proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.

The instructor teaches assigned classes effectively, maintains office hours for student consultation, and supports student learning and college operations through instructional, administrative, collaborative, and professional duties. The position requires regular and predictable attendance. Compensation is an hourly rate that varies by program and contract; the position is classified as exempt under U.S. FLSA rules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Technology, Business/Computer Education, or a computer-related field, plus three years of non-teaching, work-related experience; or an associate degree or higher in any field, Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and/or Critical Career Skills (CCS) industry certification, and three years of non-teaching, work-related experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 desktop applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for interacting with students.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Reliable high-speed internet, a computer with a webcam and microphone, and access to Microsoft 365 desktop applications.
• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Official transcripts are required at the time of interview.
• Successful candidate will be subject to a criminal background check; some positions may also be subject to a fingerprint check.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Nice To Haves

• MOS certification is preferred for candidates with a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience teaching online or completion of training in online instruction.
• Bilingual or multilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes effectively and maintain office hours for student consultation.
• Provide students with a written course syllabus.
• Evaluate the instructional process and use innovative strategies to improve learning.
• Support the discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and complete course records.
• Carry out professional activities and responsibilities agreed upon with the division dean and collaborate with colleagues toward shared goals.
• Use knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to inform instruction.
• Participate in student advising and registration.
• Use technology to facilitate learning, access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate.
• Meet professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations.
• Comply with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
• Support college mission and goals by participating in planning division objectives and budget requests.
• Serve on and attend college committees as assigned.
• Participate in campus commencement exercises as required and attend other required college meetings and activities.
• Participate in performance appraisal.
• Work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• May work with student clubs and organizations.
• Communicate with Dallas College and external organizations, businesses, community groups, faculty, staff, and students.
• Promote the college in the community through marketing activities.
• Participate in professional development and complete required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend scheduled synchronous online class sessions and respond to student questions and messages in a timely manner.
• Use the Dallas College learning management system to deliver course materials, assignments, grades, and student communications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level