Adjunct Faculty - Computer Science (Evergreen)
About The Position
The Computer Science Department at DigiPen Institute of Technology invites applicants for potential future positions of Adjunct Faculty - Computer Science Instructor. Join our faculty team and help students develop the necessary skills to succeed in their chosen fields. The Department of Computer Science serves as the technical arm for the multi-disciplinary degree programs that are offered by DigiPen Institute of Technology across all campuses. The department offers courses with a focus on in-depth understanding of fundamental topics and a breadth of application areas in Computer Science. The faculty in the department brings with them a gamut of solid industry and academic experience that can be seen through the publications, technology patents, and collaborative projects with the external industry and research organizations. After completing the application process, you may be invited to participate in the interview process. If accepted, you will be added to our pool of pre-approved adjuncts. The Computer Science Department hires adjunct faculty from the pool of pre-approved adjuncts each semester on an as-needed basis. The Computer Science Department is accepting applications for adjunct instructors for courses such as: Scripting Computer Technology & Programming Languages AI and Data Visualization Operating Systems Computer Graphics Networks and Databases Machine Learning Other courses as needed This is an ongoing posting. For more information about DigiPen's offerings, visit: Current Courses | DigiPen
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of the subject areas in which the individual is responsible for instruction
- Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development
- Knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction
- Specialized knowledge in Computer Sciences as needed, such as: scientific and information visualization, user experience, computer organization
- Skills in Word, PowerPoint, Moodle, and MS Teams
- In-person teaching, with online classes when necessary
- Bachelor of Computer Science degree or higher
- Relevant academic experience and/or at least 4 years' relevant industry experience
- Team player with ability to solve problems independently
- Solid grounding in interdisciplinary teaching
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Comfortable with technology
- Ability to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles, special needs, etc.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
- Prepare and submit (on Moodle) timely grade reports and other reports on student performance
- Demonstrate evidence of teaching experience that supports a diverse student body and individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
- Organize class activities, demos, and assignments
- Relate assignments and tests to learning outcomes
- Manage Student Teaching Assistants, supervising their timecards and reviewing their weekly hours, if required
- Provide input, create, and improve course materials
- Offer weekly office hours
- In-person teaching, with online classes when necessary, in Redmond, WA
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
