Adjunct Faculty, Fashion Design Job at Austin Community College in Austin

Job Posting Title

Adjunct Faculty, Fashion Design

Overview

Austin Community College (ACC) is a public two-year institution serving a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. ACC embraces its identity as a community college and promotes student success and community development by providing affordable access to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in its service area.

ACC is committed to recruiting and retaining a workforce that values intellectual curiosity, equitable access to educational opportunities, student success, collaboration, and engagement with the community.

At ACC, applicants should expect a campus culture that promotes belonging and supports diverse learners.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop, prepare, and teach Fashion Design coursework for a multicultural student population based on the department’s approved course learning outcomes, using instructional strategies appropriate to community college students and the discipline’s standards.
• Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures in the Fashion Design classrooms at Highland Campus.
• Participate in departmental responsibilities, including curriculum review and revision, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes at the course and program levels, and other departmental activities.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback aligned with program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Remain current in the Fashion Industry and the teaching profession through professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or executive leadership.
• Provide teaching and mentoring to students in a manner that respects civil rights and 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.

Current Work of the Department/Discipline

The Fashion Design program offers an Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Design and a Level 1 Certificate. The program features a state-of-the-art Fashion Lab at Highland Campus and emphasizes student knowledge, skills, and professional development. Teamwork and ongoing professional development are required.

Technology

• Proficiency with computer applications, online resources, and classroom technologies. Proficiency with an online learning management system (e.g., Blackboard) to develop course content and manage administrative duties (e.g., posting office hours, syllabi).

Principal Professional Standards

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and support retention and success.
• Demonstrate civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with college policies and professional standards for teaching in a community college.
• Appropriate use of the college’s learning management system.

Required Education

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Design, Home Economics (with relevant concentration) or Marketing
• Or an associate degree in one of these fields with 3 years non-teaching work experience

No substitution for educational requirements. See Faculty Credentials at www.austincc.edu/facstaff/faculty-credentials.

Preferred Work Experience (Workforce Programs)

• A minimum of 3 years of industry-related non-teaching work experience.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Fashion Industry experience is preferred
• Experience using industry software similar to Adobe Illustrator and the Creative Cloud Suite is preferred
• Teaching experience is preferred
• Strong skills in sketching and illustration
• Strong skills in sewing construction techniques, pattern making, and draping
• Willing to build on the current syllabus and contribute to ongoing curriculum development

Application Requirements

• Upload the following documents to your application: unofficial transcripts, updated CV/resume, and a cover letter explaining interest in the position
• Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly from the institution to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu. Do not select “Austin Community College” from a menu, as it will not be received by ACC Human Resources. If official electronic transcripts are not an option, a hard copy can be mailed to: ACC Human Resources, Attn: Prisca M. Baker, 6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224, Austin, TX 78752
• Photocopies of transcripts or transcripts stamped “issued to student” are not accepted.

Working Conditions

• Work is ordinarily performed in an office/classroom environment.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Work safely and follow safety rules; report unsafe conditions and take prudent actions to prevent unsafe practices.

Number of Openings

• 2

Job Posting Close Date

January 31, 2026

Clery Act

Employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, where applicable, report crimes as required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority, you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting.

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job and not an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, or required skills. ACC reserves the right to modify the job description at any time, with or without notice. ACC employees may be required to perform other duties as directed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Higher Education

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