Faculty, Integrated Reading and Writing Job at Austin Community College in Austi

* Prepare and teach courses in the field of Integrated Reading and Writing 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 INRW.* 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.* 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.)* Master's degree in Reading or Developmental Education or Literacy; or* Master's Degree with 18 hours of Reading, Writing, or Combination or an MA in English with 3 hours of Reading and 3 hours of Writing.* 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 at ACC offers you an opportunity to be a part of an organization that truly believes in its mission of promoting student success and improving communities.We invite you to learn, explore and experience the many ways ACC promotes individual development and improves the overall quality of life in a vibrant, multicultural community.ACC is looking for people who value open, responsible exchange of ideas, individuals committed to integrity and exemplary standards, and candidates that value personal and professional ownership that generates accountability. ACC offers career employment opportunities as staff, administrators, full-time faculty, and adjunct faculty.### ACC Benefits OverviewFull-time faculty and staff employees who work in full-time and/or part-time positions at the college are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D.Austin Community College (“ACC” or “College”) is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission. ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr