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About the Role

Austin Community College is seeking a Technical Communications instructor to prepare and deliver engaging coursework in various modalities, including in-person and distance learning. The role emphasizes student success, innovative teaching, and preparing students for careers relying on effective written communications.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach Technical Communications courses to a multicultural student population.
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for community college students.
Participate actively in departmental responsibilities and governance, including curriculum review and program review.
Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback.
Provide teaching, mentoring, and assistance navigating campus resources to students.
Remain current in the field through professional development activities.
Support division and department goals through active and collegial engagement.
Serve on collegewide and departmental committees, councils, work groups, and task forces.
Perform other related tasks as assigned.

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.
Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.
Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
Participate in graduation, General Assembly, and other official college functions.
Maintain regular office hours to assist students.
Attend and participate in collegewide, campus, department, or other activities and meetings.
Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
Comply with published college policies and procedures.
Employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas.
Employees are required to report violations under Title IX.
Select individuals are required to report crimes under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act.
Upload unofficial/copy of transcripts.
Upload updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Resume.
Upload cover letter explaining interest in the position.
Request official electronic transcripts to be sent directly to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu.
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.

Skills

Engaging and innovative teaching methods.
Knowledge of the teaching field.
Ability to prepare students for careers in business, technology, and other sectors.
Ability to write, design, and communicate effectively.
Mentoring students.
Navigating campus resources and services.
Professional development.
Decision-making and unit-level planning.
Computer applications.
Online resources.
Classroom technologies.
Online learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard).
Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
Establishing and maintaining positive working relationships.
Dynamic, non-traditional instructional delivery methods.
Active and applied teaching and learning methodologies.
Understanding of the multicultural classroom.
Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Effective communication with students of varied skills and backgrounds.
Interpersonal skills.
Verbal communication.
Written communication.
Listening skills.
Organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to maintain an established schedule.
Confidentiality of student information.
Understanding of community college environments serving underprepared and underserved students.

Location

Austin, TX

Work Type

In-person
Distance-learning

Experience Level

Three (3) years non-teaching work experience (with Associate degree)
Three years of non-teaching, industry-related work experience within technical communications and/or technical writing (preferred)

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Educational Technology & Instructional Design, or Information Studies
Associate degree in Technical Communication

Salary/Compensations

$64,791 - $96,596 (Based on a 10.5-month Contract to start Fall)

About the Company

Austin Community College is a public two-year institution serving approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester.
The college's mission is to promote student success and community development by providing affordable access to higher education and workforce training.
ACC embraces its identity as a community college and seeks to recruit and retain a workforce that values intellectual curiosity, equitable access to educational opportunities, student success, and community engagement.

Equal Opportunity

Non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.