Adjunct Professor of Networking

Job Description:

The Adjunct Professor of Networking position provides high-quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with a strong emphasis on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students. The Adjunct Professor role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair or other leadership members. The incumbent must demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complex material.

Essential Job Functions:

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department's policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Creates and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with the College's guidelines. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students' performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Serves as a facilitator of learning in a digital environment.

Student Engagement & Advisement:

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College. Utilizes technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Continuous Improvement:

• Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.
• Completes all mandatory performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College. Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings. Participates in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness. Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them. Provides feedback, as appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division, and the College. Participates, as appropriate, in the interviewing, selection, and orientation processes of department faculty and staff. Provides advice and/or assistance to faculty within the department, division, or College. Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean, or Department Chairperson and participates, as appropriate, on departmental and divisional committees.

Professional Development:

• Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other career-related needs. Employs student, administrative, and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development and participates in professional development activities. Contributes, as appropriate, to the planning, evaluation, and/or presentation of college professional development programs. Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:

• Ensures the College meets its responsibilities in identifying areas of opportunity and systemic concerns while reporting complaints alleging discrimination.
• Creates a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel valued and are able to contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences. Ensures accessible and inclusive curriculum design and teaching strategies, and specifically promotes, advises, and supports curriculum development aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning environment.
• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides consultative assistance to and advises, as appropriate, student organizations and groups.
• Contributes to the community and/or the profession as a representative of the College.
• Participates in local, statewide, or national levels in the advancement of the discipline and/or the two-year college mission.
• Works a varying schedule, including nights and weekends to meet departmental needs.
• Must be available to teach on-site at the Main Campus and travel to Regional Campuses, as scheduled.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration, or a closely related field.
• At least 2 (two) years' experience working in network management and/or server administration performing duties related to server administration, cloud computing, virtualization, and wireless networks. Hands-on experience working with scripting languages, Windows Server, and Linux.

Licenses and Certifications:

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).

Physical Requirements:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in this position description. While performing duties of this job, the employee regularly exhibits digital dexterity when entering data into a computer. The employee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employee converses verbally or manually with others in person as well as by telephone. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on a computer screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Compensation Details:

Compensation: $55.88 per contact hour

Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour

Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week

Full Time/Part Time: Part-time

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