Adjunct Assistant Professor, ITE (Network Systems Technology)

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technology Education (ITE) program at Santa Fe College prepares students for careers in computer programming, network administration, computer support, and other information technology occupations. The program offers certificate programs and associate and bachelor’s degrees. Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor develops, prepares, and teaches coursework in areas including college computing, computer concepts and essentials, computer, internet, and systems security, networking, programming languages, and database management. Certain courses may require relevant industry certifications. The position is onsite and in person, with no remote availability. Instructors must be flexible to teach during the day, evening, or online, including through other distance-learning formats. The instructor supports student achievement through instruction, curriculum development, assessment, feedback, and accurate academic records. The role also involves collaboration with faculty and college teams, participation in departmental and college activities, adherence to college policies and applicable regulations, and professional service to students and colleagues.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Decision & Information Technology, Computer Education, Networking, Curriculum & Instruction, Educational Technology, Information Systems, Information Security, and/or Digital Forensics; alternatively, a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in any combination of the qualifying fields.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment.
Ability to adapt positively and flexibly to change in a rapid-growth environment.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities, including interpreting information and data, identifying issues, drawing conclusions, and evaluating solutions.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.
Critical-thinking and sound judgment skills.
Customer-service ability, including patience and persistence when assisting students with little or no computer skills.
Integrity, professionalism, civility, and high ethical standards.
Organization and time-management skills.
Relationship-management and interactive-service skills.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Flexibility to teach during the day, evening, or online, including other distance-learning formats.
A criminal background check will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

Progressive work experience in the field.
Relevant teaching experience in a community college setting.
Relevant certifications may be required for certain courses, such as A+, Network+, Security+, CCNA, CCNET, MCDST, MCSE, CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or CEH.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success.
Supports the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborates with the Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum that cultivates mastery of course content.
Demonstrates technological literacy and innovation in instructional delivery.
Works collaboratively as part of an academic team.
Assists with implementing college policies, objectives, and functions in accordance with the college’s philosophy, mission, strategic initiatives, and procedures.
Participates in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provides frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding students’ academic performance.
Documents student progress and maintains records, including attendance, grading, and student learning outcomes.
Develops methods to assess student progress fairly and accurately against stated learning outcomes and objectives.
Maintains appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Keeps records of operating procedures and may guide others on standard operations, departmental procedures, and collegewide ERP and related system processes.
Serves the college through participation in events, committees, and other college activities.
Complies with college rules, procedures, guidelines, and laws and regulations governing public employees, including requirements concerning document retention, FERPA, and confidentiality.
Protects the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provides courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Performs other duties as assigned.