Adjunct Faculty, Nutrition

Austin Community College•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Austin Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Nutrition and Diet Therapy courses. This role is responsible for preparing and delivering engaging coursework that meets professional standards and college policies. The college is a public two-year institution serving a diverse student population and is committed to promoting student success and community development through accessible higher education and workforce training.

Requirements

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.).
Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements.
Application must be submitted by the closing date for this position.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach courses in the field of Nutrition and Diet Therapy 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.
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.
Meet deadlines for 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.
Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.